Human Resources Leader

Compeer Financial is seeking collaborative, innovative and dynamic professionals to be a part of our Top Workplace culture!

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Position Overview:
This position provides leadership and guidance to a team of Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs)/HR Specialists responsible for creating integrated, progressive solutions in the areas of recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, talent assessment and development, organizational design, resource planning, engagement, and policy interpretation and application. The incumbent serves as an internal consultant and key advisor to leaders and team members in all phases of the employment lifecycle with the goal of aligning talent and business objectives in assigned business units. Partners with team leaders in assessing current and future human capital needs to successfully meet department and business objectives. Serves as a resource to the organization in researching, developing and implementing various best practices within Talent Management. Provides guidance to successfully balance team member needs with business objectives to create a work environment and culture that positions Compeer as an employer of choice.

Essential Functions:

• Champions the brand; serves as a role-model for the vision, mission, brand values and culture of the organization. Supports Compeer’s strategic imperatives and links team priorities to those imperatives.
• Assists HR leadership in defining the team’s strategic direction/goals and annual departmental planning.
• Provides regular coaching and advice to the HRBPs/team as they identify, consider, evaluate and implement various solutions to a wide variety of complex human resources matters and situations.
• Monitors and supports human resources related projects and initiatives to ensure adequate progress needed to deliver expected outcomes in a timely manner.
• Initiates and coordinates ongoing efforts to improve processes in recruitment, employment, employee relations and organizational performance and effectiveness.
• Recruits, selects, develops, motivates, evaluates and rewards a diverse team.
• Oversees recruitment and selection processes.
• Supports leaders in forecasting and planning their talent pipeline requirements in line with business strategy.
• Collaborates with leaders in working through routine to larger scale organizational design, infrastructure and resource allocations within assigned business units to improve efficiency, meet the needs of clients and manage resource expenditures.
• Conducts recruitment and selection efforts within assigned business units to source and procure high quality, diverse talent.
• Operates within full compliance of state and federal laws and regulations related to employment and human resource management.
• Coordinates the recruiting process by reviewing resumes and applications, administering and interpreting pre-hire assessments and conducting phone interviews with internal and external candidates.
• Partners with the hiring team leader throughout the entire recruitment process, and the Total Rewards team on compensation recommendations.
• Provides mentoring to the team and when appropriate; actively reviews, investigates, evaluates and assists with resolving basic to complex employee relations issues.
• Minimizes legal exposure and ensures sound risk management through effective employee relations consultation while continually staying abreast of employment law rules, regulations and practices.
• Conducts thorough and objective internal investigations, preparing and guiding all documentation needed.
• Provides robust coaching to leaders on the resolution of sensitive employee situations, including performance reviews, coaching, disciplinary actions and terminations. Documents issues in a timely manner, and escalates concerns to Human Resources leadership as appropriate. When appropriate, works with internal or outside legal counsel.
• Partners with team leaders and promotes employee engagement as well as assists with development and monitoring of career pathing programs, department structures, talent discussions and supports recognition and retention initiatives in the assigned business unit to assist them in meeting long-term goal and objectives.
• Interprets policies and procedures on an on-going basis for team members and the broader organization.
• Maintain knowledge of progressive HR practices and key trends. Recommends new and revised HR policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Minimum of 8 years human resources experience required, with experience in recruitment and employee relations preferred.
• Minimum of one year of leadership and management experience preferred. Professional Human Resources Certification strongly preferred (PHR, SPHR or SHRM-CP).
• Understands business objectives, strategy, processes and operations.
• Leadership skills to select, evaluate, engage, motivate, mentor, train, delegate, reward and lead team members.
• Ability to present complex information in an easy understandable way.
• Strong knowledge of performance management, coaching and development practices.
• Understanding of recruitment strategies and developed interviewing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a high paced work environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgement to manage sensitive and confidential matters.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships and interact with team members on all levels.
• Advanced client service, collaboration, interpersonal, conflict resolution, communication and presentation skills.
• Solid understanding of state and federal employment law, such as FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Worker’s Compensation, EEO, etc.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Strong planning, organization and time management skills.
• Understanding of employment law.
• Experience with confidential information.
• Solid experience working with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook) and applicant tracking software, payroll systems.
• Valid driver’s license.

Who is Compeer Financial?
Compeer Financial exists to champion the hopes and dreams of rural America. By joining our team, you will help empower those in agriculture and rural communities to achieve their goals and expand their possibilities. We embrace business agility and innovative approaches to serving our clients and communities.

Why join our team?

• 
  Amazing team members who are passionate about serving agriculture and rural America.
• Investment in our team members’ education, growth and development.
• Engagement in our communities through giving back and volunteerism.
• Flexible, collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Great benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401K (3% Compeer contribution & up to an additional 6% match)
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer time)

Find out why our team members choose Compeer Financial by watching this video.

How do I apply?
Qualified candidates, please apply online at www.compeer.com/careers.

Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.