HR GENERALIST

Description

Owen Companies is looking to hire a lead Human Resource Specialist to join our growing team. 

Owen encompasses four business units dedicated to Equipment Sales, Service & Rentals across the Western US, Utah & Texas. Each business specializes in the industry we serve within our geographical reach and includes sewer cleaning, street sweeping, vegetation management, refuse and foundation drilling.

  
The key to our success has been our people. And that’s still true today. Every team member is extremely knowledgeable about our products and the industries in which they serve. Whether it’s parts, service, or sales, we know what our customers need because we know what they do. We are a fast-growing entrepreneurial company with many opportunities for advancement and professional development.  We are looking for highly talented individuals with high ambition and a desire to advance their career and grow into more senior roles as their abilities allow.

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 annually - depending on experience. 

Benefits: Full Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, and 100% company paid Life and LTD. We have PTO that accrues weekly, seven paid holidays (eligible after 30 days from start), and 401(k) with company match. 

Visit our website www.owenequipment.com for an overview of our company.

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Specialist will oversee the HR functions of the organization, in the areas of recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, benefits, compensation, and training, ensuring compliance with federal and multi-state government regulations in addition to day-to-day operations of the human resource department. Your ability to develop our HRIS software, Paycom, to the next level will be a key function of this lead HR Specialist position.

Overview of Duties:

•    Partner with hiring managers to identify personnel needs and develop detailed and compliant job descriptions
•    Organize and coordinate recruiting process (create ads, manage on-line postings, schedule interviews, administer assessments, extend offers, prepare new hire paperwork) 
•    Organize and implement the onboarding process for new hires (present and explain benefit offerings, and provide employees with a welcoming and inclusive experience) 
•    Assess potential candidates for fit within position (skills, education, competency, culture alignment) 
•    Provide employee relations support for employees and managers, including resolving issues
•    Facilitate scheduled performance review process, providing guidance, tools and training for managers and employees. 
•    Develop and deliver various HR trainings (open enrollment, performance evaluations, HR best practices, etc.) 
•    Assist in 403(b) and benefits enrollment administration
•    Provide HR reports as needed
•    Maintain current working knowledge of compliance and regulatory concerns, and best HR practices
•    Participate in continuous HR improvement initiatives and metrics
•    Maintain confidentiality and accurate HR files
•    Handle other HR duties, as needed

Professional and Education Requirements:

•    Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred, PHR or SPHR a plus
•    At least three to five years of related experience required. 
•    Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations  
•    Knowledge of principles and best practices for recruitment and selection 
•    Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills with employees and all levels of management; able to create a working environment of open communication and trust.
•    Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities 
•    Ability to confidentially manage HR and medical related information and demonstrate ethical and professional conduct at all times 
•    Proven ability to partner with executive leadership to provide expertise on HR initiatives 
•    Proficiency with HRIS systems 
•    3-5 years experience in a HR position required
•    Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•    Bilingual English and Spanish a PLUS!

Physical Requirements: 

•    Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
•    Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

If you are a great team player with a strong work ethic and a great attitude and are interested in joining a fast-growing company with opportunities for advancement, please submit your resume for review. #ZR

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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