About the position
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Human Resources team of UtiliQuest, LLC as a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP). UtiliQuest is seeking a dynamic field human resources professional to partner with field operations Directors, Managers, and Supervisors in our offices in the Northeast/Midwest region. The HRBP reports directly to the Manager, Human Resources and plays a critical role in supporting teams and employees, throughout the Region. In this role, you must be highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, while supporting clients and managing your time efficiently. The successful candidate must have strong influencing skills and be willing to roll-up their sleeves and do a deep dive into field operations in a construction environment to shape and drive cultural change. Our HR team plays a critical role in supporting employees, company wide. As a result, we hold ourselves to high standards and expectations. It is key that you are a self-motivated professional with strong work ethic, organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Serves as point of contact for employees on HR related matters.
- Skillfully investigates employee relations concerns and maintains confidentiality in all matters.
- Identifies employee strengths, mentors and advises supervisors, managers, and directors in the organization to maximize business results.
- Demonstrates professional presence, polished written and verbal communication skills, and proven ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of employees.
- Operates with a high degree of integrity and commitment to treat people reasonably and with respect.
- Interacts effectively with all levels of the organization; sound decision-making and problem solving skills.
- Monitors daily leave management (FMLA, Worker's Comp, Personal, Reasonable Accommodation).
- Supports Hiring Managers with identifying key areas for postings and hiring needs.
- Drafts and posts job listings in the Applicant Tracking System and various recruitment platforms.
- Attends job fairs to recruit talent in person and partners with local community organizations.
- Utilizes applicant tracking system to maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment and applicant files and proper disposition of candidates.
- Screens candidates by phone to determine qualifications for the position and assists managers with any needed interview assistance to help in the selection of candidates.
- Coordinates with various Center Administrative Assistants and monitors pre-hire diligence, including background checks and drug screen status.
Requirements
- To be 18 years of age or older.
- Authorization to work in the United States for this company.
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Human Resource Management or business-related discipline.
- 1-3 years of exempt level HR experience in a multi-state, multi-unit environment with a significant non-exempt employee population.
- Strong preference for those with experience in managing a population of 'off-site/field based' employees.
- PHR, or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
- Valid driver's license, including a MVR record deemed acceptable by the company.
- Working knowledge with ERISA, ADEA, COBRA, and other federal and state regulations governing employee benefits and employment.
- Experience working in HRIS Systems (UKG and iCIMS a plus).
- Professional leadership presence, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proven ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of employees.
- Highly organized, efficient, goal oriented, and attention to detail.
- High degree of integrity, and commitment to treat people reasonably and with respect.
- Demonstrated ability to understand key customer's business units, help business units meet goals, and become a trusted business partner.
Benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
