Manager, HR Programs & Compliance

Hitachi•Hillsboro, OR

9d•$99,607 - $136,960•Hybrid

About The Position

Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. is seeking a Manager, HR Programs & Compliance to provide hands-on and strategic project leadership and support for Human Resources initiatives. The role directly supports the Vice President of Human Resources and focuses primarily on compliance and training and development. The successful candidate will apply broad HR knowledge, business acumen, and understanding of HR practices to support business operations and results. Experience with a Hitachi group company or another international business environment is preferred. The position is full-time and hybrid, with two onsite days and three remote days per week. It may be based in Dallas, Texas; Schaumburg, Illinois; or Hillsboro, Oregon. Travel is less than 10%, and the role supervises one position. The exempt position has a stated base pay range of $99,607 to $136,960 and may also be eligible for incentive pay and/or allowances.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business administration, or a related field.
At least 7 years of HR experience, with exposure to compliance and training activities.
Advanced understanding of local, state, and federal employment laws.
Knowledge or experience in compliance activities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write and present ideas to executive management.
Critical-thinking and project-management skills, attention to detail, and strong time-management skills.
General understanding of international HR fundamentals.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with HR systems and technology, such as ADP Workforce Now, SharePoint, and Workday.
Ability to influence and educate employees at all organizational levels.
Ability to handle ambiguity, multiple concurrent tasks, and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-motivated.
Good judgment, creativity, and flexibility in identifying and resolving problems.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to use a computer and phone frequently, including basic keyboarding, and to work in a fast-paced setting.

Nice To Haves

HR certifications.
Knowledge of assessing organizational training needs, creating training plans, and sourcing vendors.
Exposure to working in an international organization.
Experience in a Hitachi group company or another international business environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and respond to audits involving HTA, HHT, Hitachi Limited, ISO, J-Sox, OFCCP, IRS, and state and federal agencies; coordinate HR participation, recommend responses, and follow up on actions.
Respond to company surveys and information requests, coordinating with HR and other relevant staff.
Oversee and assist with compliance reporting, including the Affirmative Action Plan, VETS-4212, and EEO-1.
Lead employee handbook revisions and other company policy development activities.
Partner with HTA Legal on compliance with U.S. and international employment laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and handbooks; recommend changes and communicate as necessary.
Create compliance communications, such as newsletters.
Lead Learning and Development initiatives, evaluating and implementing programs based on organizational needs and supporting parent-company and other training programs, including LinkedIn Learning.
Lead succession planning, leadership development, and related programs while ensuring adherence to HHT requirements.
Work with the Training and Development team to improve company training programs.
Drive special projects, track progress against key initiatives, remove roadblocks, and participate in projects led by other HR or HTA staff.
Create and distribute information about HR programs, policies, and procedures, including presentations, executive proposals, and communications.
Support HTA committees, including HHT WAY and People in Hitachi (PiH).
Manage and mentor the Senior HR & Employee Communications Representative.
Support day-to-day reporting needs, including training and ad hoc reporting.