Human Resources Business Partner

Place of Business Pedernales Electric Cooperative Physical Office Location PEC Headquarters - 201 S Ave F, Johnson City, TX 78636 Hybrid Work Options Available $99,131.20 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits *Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Position Summary This position is responsible for working in conjunction with the business leaders to advance the strategic initiatives of the Cooperative. Job Duties and/or Responsibilities Serve as a liaison with Human Resources staff members to support their needs and ensure alignment with the business objectives Respond to Human Resources inquiries and resolve issues Monitor, review and update policies to ensure alignment with current legislation and best practices Provide advisory service to employees and ensure that they are fully aware of their rights and entitlements Ensure that human resources issues are handled fairly and consistently and in compliance with legal and Cooperative requirements Support and develop recruitment campaigns, ensuring the best placement in job boards to attract qualified candidates Support the organization with grievance, disciplinary and investigations Attend human resources related hearings Drive core business practices and objectives to align with the strategic direction of the Cooperative Keep regular management information on budget and overall performance Work in partnership with organizations on performance management, employee relations, resourcing, staff and management development Assist management in workforce planning and the development of their teams through job evaluations and team duty assessments Maintain awareness of headcount and budget requirements Provide consistent, accurate and solution oriented human resources support to managers, supervisors and employees. Assist in the development and implementation of the human resources business strategy that supports the Cooperatives strategic objectives Develop relationships with peers, employees, vendors and business partners to understand and support human resources business strategies Serve as a resource for Cooperative employees and management Conduct return on investment analyses and develop reports on how human resources processes and programs impact the Cooperative Analyze compensation actions to ensure compliance with regulatory and Cooperative policies and requirements Attend Cooperative meetings to stay abreast of human resources issues that affect employees and business operations Ensure that job descriptions accurately reflect the essential duties and responsibilities Assist the Compensation Department with market research data to appropriate grade jobs Lead and conduct fact finding interviews and investigations, summarize notes and prepare written reports that contain recommendations for corrective action Anticipate and plan for long-term human resources needs and trends in partnership with management Lead human resource change initiatives and process improvement efforts Work collaboratively with other human resources staff to ensure that the business receives timely support Maintain customer focus skills and build relationships that enhance the strategic alliance with customers Develop, review, implement and document internal procedures Ensure ethical, legal and consistent compliance with Cooperative policies, practices and procedures Conduct needs assessments to determine individual, department and organizational goals and objectives Ensure adherence to the Cooperative’s policies, practices, procedures and statutory requirements Conduct Exit Interviews and provide quarterly reports to management Utilize comparative data to review, analyze and make recommendations for human resources best practices Coordinate activities with other departments Maintain the security of confidential information Stay abreast of advances in technology Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities May be required to lead a group to resolve an issue or manage processes and programs Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service Knowledge of prevailing human resources practices Knowledge of state and federal regulations, i.e., Worker’s Compensation, Department of Labor, FMLA , ADAAA, FLSA and EEO Knowledge of all areas of human resources Skilled in time management Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities Skilled in the techniques of persuasion Skilled in managing changing priorities Ability to work without day to day supervision Ability to interface across organizational boundaries Ability to research issues and develop recommendations based on prevailing practices Ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees Ability to prepare and conduct presentations Ability to multi-task Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience) Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field Directly related experience may substitute for education Six years of Human Resources experience in an advisory capacity Three years supervisory experience Valid Texas Driver’s License #J-18808-Ljbffr