At Powers, we specialize in helping our customers with any HVAC project or problem they have. We do this by providing the right equipment for the right application, setting it up to maximize both comfort and efficiency, making sure everything is operating the way it’s supposed to, and servicing all major HVAC equipment and controls. This is how we create Customers for Life!
The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for performing HR-related duties professionally and working closely with HR management. Day-to-day assignments will vary, and the ideal candidate must be able to prioritize needs to ensure things are running smoothly and following company processes.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Works with the Human Resources team to understand and execute Powers’ human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, and retention.
- Handles employment-related inquires from applicants, employees, and supervisors; referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Implements new hire orientation, entry of new employee information into systems, and maintains employee records.
- Assists with the talent acquisition process using ATS software (Bamboo HR), collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
- Screens applications by reviewing work history, education, training, job skills, and salary requirements. Provides information on company programs and job opportunities to potential applicants.
- Coordinates with the Human Resources team on strategic initiatives to increase employee engagement.
- Supports recognition and benefit programs including relationships with insurance providers, brokers, and open enrollment.
- Assists with Leave Management: STD, LTD, FMLA, and other applicable leaves.
- Coordinates with management to create and implement learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
- Conducts employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 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.
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- The ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and other software systems.
Education and Experience:
- A minimum of two years of human resource experience with benefits management, leave tracking, onboarding, recruitment, and employment law.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is a plus but not required for candidates with a requisite level of experience.
Powers requires pre-employment background checks and drug screenings.
Powers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
