Human Resources Director

Company: Westone Laboratories
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: January 21, 2023

Job Description:

SUMMARY: -As a member of the senior leadership team, the Human Resources Director directs the key functions of the human resources (HR) department including company culture and communications, recruiting, benefits administration, conflict resolution, compensation, performance management, and adherence to company policies and practices. -Also oversees HR needs in the company's facility in Vancouver Canada. -ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

• Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning. -
  • Drives appropriate internal, and where necessary, external communications in support of the company's work culture. Oversees and supports the Company's employee -engagement and culture initiatives continuously. -
    • Provides support and guidance to management and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise. -Acts as liaison between the Company and outside legal and professional resources to ensure that all employment policies follow current laws and regulations. -
      • Manages the talent acquisition and on-boarding process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants. -Collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings and maintains job descriptions. -
        • Develops and manages the Company's annual performance review process. -
          • Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent. -
            • Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees. -
              • Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations. -
                • Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices. Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. -
                  • Develops and implements policies and systems to ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements, including but not limited to Affirmative Action, EEO, ADA and FMLA.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
                    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Business Administration (preferred) or equivalent work experience in an HR leadership role.
                    • A minimum of five years of human resource management experience preferred.
                    • SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly desired.
                    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
                    • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
                    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
                    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
                    • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
                    • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
                    • Understanding of employment-related laws and regulations.
                    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and applicable HR related software.
                    • Travel to Canada on an as-needed basis. -WORK ENVIRONMENT
                      • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
                      • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
                      • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
                      • Travel to Canada on an as-needed basis. -EEO STATEMENT -Westone Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -
                        Westone is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Westone will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR

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