HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

The GEO Group•Big Spring, TX

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager leads the administration and implementation of human resources policies, programs, and practices throughout the facility and acts as a liaison between facility management and Regional/Corporate HR. The role advises facility leadership, builds effective partnerships with managers and employees, and helps address employee needs and concerns. The manager supports recruiting, onboarding, employee orientation, personnel records, employee development and training, employee relations, discipline, grievances, benefits, leave administration, performance reviews, compensation guidance, and compliance. The role also serves as an EEO specialist, maintains the affirmative action plan, supports workers’ compensation and unemployment matters, and provides referrals to the Employee Assistance Program. The manager may supervise assigned HR staff and perform associated management duties.

Requirements

High school diploma and at least seven years of progressive professional experience in Human Resources, or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources or a related field and at least five years of experience working in a Human Resources position.
Experience working with an HR Information System.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and other computer programs and software normally used by HR.
Leadership qualities to gain the respect of employees and confidence when interacting with people at all levels of management.
Ability and desire to work cooperatively and make management decisions.

Nice To Haves

Three years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Advise the Facility Administrator and facility management on human resources issues.
Support local recruiting and outreach in coordination with the centralized recruiting team, working toward recruiting targets and a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.
Prepare and maintain personnel records and ensure compliance with procedures for personnel transactions and reporting personnel data.
Administer and track employee developmental training.
Assist, coach, and guide managers on progressive discipline, employee conduct standards, and terminations.
Support reporting serious staff misconduct to the Office of Professional Responsibility.
Engage employees and convey employee concerns to facility management, Regional HR, and Corporate HR.
Manage employee onboarding, including HR Information System data entry and new employee orientation, and ensure data accuracy and understanding of Company policies and procedures.
Maintain records related to insurance coverage, retirement plans, personnel transactions, and related personnel and payroll matters.
Serve as an EEO specialist and maintain the affirmative action plan.
Serve as a subject matter expert on leaves of absence, FMLA, and ADA issues.
Ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures and develop a thorough understanding of Corporate HR policies and procedures.
Review facility personnel procedures for applicability, effectiveness, and compliance with contract requirements, applicable laws, and Company policies and procedures.
Resolve employee personnel inquiries and submit required HR Information System corrections; refer unusual or unresolved problems to Regional HR.
Manage assigned HR staff as applicable, including hiring, training, and employee development.
Coordinate grievance and disciplinary hearings and activities.
Coordinate facility benefit programs, annual enrollment, and the employee wellness program.
Monitor unemployment claims, assist with appeals, and potentially attend hearings as the HR representative.
Partner with facility management to ensure the performance appraisal program is compliant and effective.
Provide guidance on compensation, bonuses, and other recognition programs.
Monitor and coordinate workers’ compensation claims and potentially compile information for claims filed for employees and the insurance carrier.
Provide referral support for the Employee Assistance Program.
Perform other duties as assigned.