Sr HR Business Partner

PSEG•Newark, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

PSEG has been recognized for its commitment to its workforce, customers and communities. At PSEG, Sr. HR Business Partners are strategic partners who collaborate with senior leadership to shape our people strategy and inclusive culture. Sr. HR Business Partners play a leadership role in a variety of responsibilities that are critical to the success of the organization’s strategy and mission, including: leadership and employee development, performance management, employee engagement, talent management and organizational design, labor relations, change management, Total Rewards, employee relations, and talent acquisition for key roles. Sr. HR Business Partners interact with all levels of the organization to support the business and foster an environment of employee engagement, professional and career development, and diversity, equity and inclusion. Please note that this position work location is comprised of remote/work from home and in-office work. PSEG reserves the right to amend this location model at any time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years relevant HR experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years relevant HR experience.
Broad knowledge of HR disciplines with demonstrated in-depth knowledge in at least one of the following areas: leadership/employee development, performance management, employee engagement, talent management and organizational design, Total Rewards, employee relations, talent acquisition.
Extremely strong communication, presentation, listening and client relationship management skills.
Experience in a consultative, problem-solving role.
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Highly self-motivated and flexible; comfortable working independently in a changing, dynamic environment
Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.
U.S. Driver’s license
Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).
As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana.
Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles.
Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and/or experience working in a Utility/Plant environment
Graduate degree or SHRM certification a plus
Experience in organizational design
Experience with a unionized environment

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with senior business leaders and their respective teams on best practice-based strategic HR solutions to ensure the best business outcome.
Partner with the business in the implementation of initiatives and programs which align to business goals and help drive our people strategy and inclusive culture.
Act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to senior leaders and management teams.
Provide a full range of HR consulting and problem-solving collaboration.
Play a leadership role in providing advice and expertise to resolve HR issues and/or complex business issues, identifying and avoiding potential risk or harm to the employee or company.
Partner with HR Centers of Excellence in the process improvement of HR products, services and processes.
Enhance the effectiveness of day-to-day management and leadership through coaching and collaboration.
Anticipate future HR needs, leveraging analytics and external research and share insights with senior business and HR leaders.