Human Resources Manager- Honolulu Job at Covanta
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Are you looking to work for a company that is making a difference in combating climate change? Do you have a passion for employee relations, talent management and are looking to gain a well-rounded experience in different aspects of Human Resources? If so, then we are looking for you!
Covanta is currently seeking a high potential Human Resources Manager to join our team and support our H-Power Waste to Energy facility, located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Covanta is currently seeking a high potential Human Resources Manager to join our team and support our H-Power Waste to Energy facility, located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
ABOUT COVANTA:
At Covanta, the work we do is more than just a job. It’s a commitment to environmental problem-solving and sustainable progress. We do all that we can to safeguard the future of our people, our planet, and our shared prosperity. We are a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. Our modern Waste-to-Energy and material processing facilities provide municipalities and businesses sustainable alternatives to landfill disposal that help build a circular economy and use waste to generate clean, renewable electricity. Building a safer, smarter world is no simple task, but it is something we can achieve together. Join us in protecting tomorrow.
- To learn more about how Covanta's facilities provide sustainable waste management for the communities it serves, visit
www.covanta.com.
- Information on our facilities is available at
http://www.covanta.com/facilities.aspx.
- For career opportunities, visit
http://www.covanta.com/careers.
The HR Manager plays a critical role managing all people-related aspects that align with the employment cycle of our employees, including but not limited to, recruiting, on-boarding, benefits administration including ADA, FMLA, CFRA, LOA and workers compensation administration, employee relations, managing the performance review cycle, and off boarding employees. The HR Manager formulates partnerships across the agency to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business strategies and mission of the organization. As a key piece of our HR team, you will support initiatives and activities that support and maintain a positive agency culture. This position will report to the Region 2 Director, Human Resources Business Partner, and will be based at our Honolulu, Hawaii location.
HR Manager Job Description
- Create an environment of positive employee relations; balance business needs with employee needs, establish trust and credibility with employees and be seen as approachable and fair.
- Manage employee relations counseling and provide support to employees in various HR-related topics and resolve issues and conflicts.
- Provide support and guidance to internal business partners, customers, and management when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise.
- Counsel facility managers on employee relation issues including but not limited to employee complaints, grievances, and investigations.
- Maintain responsibility for compliance with federal, state, and local legislations pertaining to all labor matters.
- Support recruitment within the organization.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand skills and competencies required for job openings.
- Review and provide feedback to managers during the pre-hire process.
- Provide support to managers by participating in the interview process and skills assessments as requested by the hiring manager.
- Support effective recruitment and hiring in accordance with the state, federal and JFCS guidelines.
- Work with the HR Director in developing and implementing recruitment strategies and processes necessary to achieve organizational staffing objectives.
- Work with HR and Payroll tracking all pay increases, active employees and reviewing the pre-process payroll register on a weekly basis.
- Manage the routine functions and administration of employee leaves of absence process and coordinate pay and benefits continuation with the payroll staff. Maintain communication with the employees and the department managers throughout the leave process.
- Coordinate and support ADA accommodation requests, following up with related documentation as needed, and serving as an information source for the employee.
- Provide personnel policy and procedure guidance to employees and management.
- Administer new employee recruitment, on-boarding and orientation.
- Collect and produce data on HR metrics (new hires, headcount, termination, turnover, promotions, diversity, talent, performance management, etc.)
- Assist with special HR projects and initiatives, including project management and ownership of key deliverables.
- Provide support to other HR areas outside of core function as needed and to support the department’s strategy.
Key Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Functional Skills: Demonstrates foundational knowledge of HR policies and practices. Knowledgeable in core HR Expertise and Compliance including employee relations, discrimination, and harassment, recruiting, and hiring, benefits administration, leaves and disability management, payroll, and records management.
- Communication Skills: Listens attentively to ideas and concerns. Speaks clearly, effectively, and with confidence. Is thoughtful and persuasive; writes clearly and informatively; clearly and concisely, composes/proofreads/edits documents such as letters, memos, brochures, meeting minutes, and e-mail; varies communication styles to meet needs of audience. Keep his/her manager informed about progress and problems.
- Service Delivery: Ability to work comfortably with diverse populations. Responds with courtesy, clarity, and accuracy to inquiries and requests for service and assistance interdepartmentally. Has a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and getting work done. Effectively diffuses/de-escalates difficult or confrontational situations.
- Adaptability: Understands and accepts other points of view and recognizes the value of diverse approaches. Adapts to changes in work duties and organizational structure, demonstrates openness to new organizational structures, procedures, and technology. Applies special techniques to manage situations involving stress or change.
- Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; can clearly explain reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles while always remaining professional.
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, works with others to solve complex problems.
- Dependability: Complete tasks on time; takes responsibility for own actions; can be relied upon
- Teamwork: Cooperates and collaborates with colleagues as appropriate; works in partnership with others; cultivates builds and maintains food relationships with peers, and customers; delivers on commitments to team/organization.
Required Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management or related field required. PHR or SHRM-CP is desired but not required.
- A minimum of 3+ years of increasingly responsible experience as an HR Generalist or Sr. HRG is required.
- Current experience in managing leaves of absence and leave integration with Federal, State, and local ordinances preferred.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems with solid business and accurate judgment.
- Proven ability to work independently and make sound judgments on a day-to-day basis regarding assigned and ad hoc duties with very limited or absence of direction from the Director of HR.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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