People Generalist

Sunrun•Des Plaines, IL

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Human Resources (People) Generalist with a relentless focus on customer experience, partners closely with functional management on HR related responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: employee relations, training, performance management, employee relations, engagement, compensation, and retention activities. Sunrun is the #1 home solar and battery company in America, on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy. We are building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life, designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or equivalent, with 2+ years experience in an HR Generalist-type role.
Must be able to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
Effective interpersonal skills, communication and presentation skills.
Strong employee relations and conflict resolution skills.
Must possess the ability to problem solve and multi-task in a fast paced environment while working independently.
Must possess good judgment.
Ability to travel ~25% of the time and spend time in local branches
Strong computer skills required.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish a plus
Knowledge of Workday and GoogleSuite Platform a plus
Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and streamline workflows, or possess the agility and "growth mindset" to rapidly master new AI technologies as they are integrated into Sunrun’s operations.

Responsibilities

Provide HR generalist and organizational support on a variety of People items.
Provide support and guidance to managers and employees on a full range of HR policies and practices including; employee relations, performance management and enablement, training, development, change management, conflict resolution.
Consult with managers and employees to proactively address employee relations items.
Timely investigate basic employee concerns and partner with manager/safety/employee relations, etc. on resolution.
Consult with and educate leaders on compensation, performance review processes, new hire onboarding, compensation, conflict resolution, etc.
Support Workday transactional items and ensure employee changes are processed appropriately, accurately, and timely.
Partner closely with Center of Excellence (COE) groups to ensure full service to client groups.
Support a variety of engagement activities that align with our corporate values and support retention activities.
Projects, innovations, creative problem solving, not only for client group but for entire organization.
Any additional special projects or requests.
Travel to branches and corporate locations to meet with leaders and employees