Human Resources Business Partner

GFL Environmental Inc. • Peoria, IL

20d

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner manages the employment process in an assigned area, including employee relations, HR policies and programs, compensation administration, career development, performance management, and organizational planning. The role partners with Area and Division Management teams on employment programs to improve the effectiveness of their areas and divisions. The position also supports managers and employees on HR matters, administers programs, travels to branch locations, and may guide HR Representatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and seven years of human resource experience.
• Experience in the HR field with knowledge of laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Generalist knowledge and a broad background in employment, employee relations, benefits, and training.
• Ability to write correspondence and internal and external memorandums and reports for employees, management, and vendors.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under limited supervision and heavy deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to supervise others in remote locations and provide positive leadership and guidance.
• Ability to handle a high volume of telephone calls.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear; regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• PHR or SPHR certification, or a master's degree in HR; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee employee relations for the division, including performance management, terminations, conflict resolution, and employee investigations; coach managers and employees.
• Travel to branch locations to address and resolve employee-related issues.
• Partner with Corporate, Area, and Division Management on the design and implementation of HR programs that support business direction and HR strategy, as assigned by the VP of HR.
• Manage training delivery throughout the assigned area and facilitate training programs.
• Create, communicate, and interpret policies and procedures for employees and managers.
• Communicate information about company-sponsored benefits programs to employees.
• Advise managers and supervisors on legal situations involving discipline, termination, hiring, promotion, and other human resource issues.
• Provide feedback on employee morale to the VP of HR and field management.
• Mediate, counsel, and facilitate resolution of disputes between employees and their managers or supervisors.
• Administer the division's Affirmative Action program and counsel managers on meeting corporate expectations.
• Provide due diligence for mergers and acquisitions by providing feedback on company culture, employment, benefits, and related issues.
• Guide one or more HR Representatives on employment issues relating to branch and division managers and employees.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, other orders, and company policies, procedures, and supervisor directives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Benefits

• Four medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution and match program.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Competitive wages.
• Growth opportunities.
• Continuous learning opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level