Chaney Enterprises Lp Hiring for Employee Relations & Compliance Specialist Job at Gambrills, MD Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Summary/Objective:

The Employee Relations & Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring a high level of consistency, fairness, and effectiveness in workforce management programs and employee relations across departments.

Essential Functions:

• Promote positive employee relations through a variety of programs including surveys, roundtable discussions, employee recognition programs, and local initiatives.
• Support business performance by utilizing Company knowledge and relationships to influence employment strategies and decision-making on short- and long-term objectives
• Provide objective and constructive guidance to managers and employees on the interpretation and application of Company policies, programs, and state and federal laws
• Support managers to investigate employee relations issues including performance management, conflict resolution, harassment and discrimination complaints, attendance, and similar issues to ensure that all employees are treated fairly, and the Company is protected from legal risk
• Investigate and advise managers on highly sensitive employment issues, including responding to employee complaints, conducting employee/witness interviews, analyzing data from various internal systems, composing reports/summaries, and recommending solutions that are consistent with Company policies and procedures
• Support compliance efforts by ensuring guidelines and recommendations are consistent related to the FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Civil Rights Act of 1964, etc. and relevant state employment laws
• Provide project management support for a variety of organizational development initiatives, including system and database management, job descriptions and compensation planning, policy development, and management training initiatives
• Facilitate the Conflict Resolution Process in conjunction with the Director of Human Resources
• Analyze trend data to develop proactive recommendations that mitigate systemic issues and support the continuous improvement of people policies, programs, and procedures
• Promote the accuracy and timeliness of updating Company records to ensure effective communications and data quality
• Develop and facilitate training programs related to Company policies, culture, and employment law
• Administer the HRIS system by assigning usage properties, passwords, and resolving issues.
• Periodically audit the HRIS database to ensure accuracy.
• Assign exit interviews for termed employees and meet one-on-one as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Assist in planning company events.
• Participate with the HR department in performing monthly site visits to all locations, including presence at Chaney Chats.
• Fill in as needed for colleagues.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Work Environment:

• Work time will be mainly indoors/office with some time spent outdoors/field.
• Exposure to dust, fumes/offensive smells, and chemicals (fuel, concrete) in the field.
• Close proximity to moving mechanical parts when in the field.
• Noise level varies from low to loud depending on location, i.e., office to plant, respectively.

Physical Demands:

• Lift a maximum of 35 lbs. and carry approximately 35 lbs.
• Sit approximately 6 hours per day and walk or stand the other 2 hours per day.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Experience in the field of Human Resources (5-year minimum).

Special Skills:

• Excellent written communication, verbal communication, and mathematical skills.
• Ability to use a computer, including Microsoft Office with a focus on Word and Excel.

• Knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
• Extensive knowledge of various employment laws and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence.
• Skills in database management and record keeping.
• Able to exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Must be able to gather and analyze information skillfully.

Certifications:

• SHRM member (preferred)
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP (preferred)

Industry Related Experience or Skills:

• Background in concrete, construction, mining operations or transportation (preferred)

Education Required: College/Undergrad

Preferred Education: N/A

Bilingual in Spanish Preferred: Yes