Human Resources Generalist

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI), a leading power engineering consulting firm, is expanding their HR Team! We are seeking a motivated individual to help manage and execute corporate wide initiatives within the various employe functions that support our nationwide staff and managers, including recruitment, benefits, employee relations, new hire onboarding, policies, procedures, and compliance management in our Madison, WI office.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Human Resource Administration

• Responsible for executing assigned human resources functions, which may include, but is not limited to recruiting, benefits, training, performance management, compensation, job descriptions, employee relations issues, policies, and procedures for employees throughout the United States.
• Develop, facilitate, and implement all phases of the recruitment process.
• Conduct and manage the employee onboarding process, coordinating with managers and other departments to ensure all steps in the process function smoothly.
• Explain company personnel policies, benefits, and procedures to employees and job applicants.
• Answer questions regarding performance management, eligibility, salaries, benefits, and employee relations.
• Manage benefits and administer various leave programs (ADA, FMLA, short-term, long-term, and personal, etc.)
• Guide managers and supervisors with employee performance and relations concerns.
• Conduct exit interviews and complete necessary paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and company policies.
• Research special HR related projects, tasks, and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Miscellaneous Functions

• Work effectively as a team member with the HR staff, management, and employee groups.
• Cultivate and foster a customer service focused mindset with emphasis on efficiency and accuracy.

Education and Experience:

• At least three years managing all phases of the recruitment and hiring process required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Working in a power engineering environment preferred.
• Experience managing employees preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-state HR laws and requirements preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.
• Ability to interact in an empathetic and non-judgmental manner with diverse populations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to work with highly confidential information.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, and climb.

Occasional travel/driving may be required. Successful applicants are subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa) now or in the future.

Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k), profit sharing, and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

ECI and its wholly owned subsidiary EPC Services Company (EPCS) employs over 900 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, right-of-way agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 20 engineering offices across the U.S. ECI has over 35 years of experience in the planning, engineering and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, energy storage facilities, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial electrical facilities. Visit our website at www.eciusa.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer