Senior HR Generalist

Sr. HR Advisor

As a member of the WM People organization, the Sr. HR Advisor is tasked with providing tactical, responsive HR support to individual contributors in assigned business units and/or functions (Milwaukee and Madison metro areas). The position serves as the first point of contact and trusted advisor for employee relations issues and human resources policies and processes.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Providing reliable and timely coaching and counseling to employees on issues to ensure consistent, transparent application of policies, procedures, and employment laws.
• Identifying, communicating, and resolving complex employee relations issues balancing employee advocacy with stewardship of company policies and employment laws.
• Serving as the local People point of contact supporting/delivering internal processes including Performance Management, New Hire Orientation and Exit interviews.
• Conducting training on company policy, programs, and other issues as they arise.
• Partnering and participating with local team(s) on recruitment outreach efforts.
• Serving as an active member of People related project teams as assigned.
• Serving as a mentor to others within the People department by providing technical advice and guidance.
• Assisting the People Manager in the development and maintenance of processes and policies as well as new initiatives.
• Apprising and escalating potential legal, risk, safety, etc. concerns to the People Manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree.
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
• 4 years of relevant work experience in a People Advisor or Generalist capacity (in addition to education requirements).
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) PHR or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) SHRM-CP.
• Willingness and ability for daytime travel within the supported market areas.

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) CHRP Certification.
• Union experience is a plus.

Physical requirements:

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

Pay: The expected salary range for this onsite position is $90,000 - $100,000 per year. This represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.

Benefits: At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.