HR Generalist - Recruiting & Planning

Overview

Varney is an employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing commercial contractor with a reputation for delivering quality and unmatched value. For more than seventy years the Varney Team has been delivering professional solutions including MEP installations and repair services to Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region.

Responsibilities

Oversee all recruitment activities, coordinating with department managers to fulfill hiring needs; schedule & attend recruitment and trade events to bolster talent pipeline; develop & maintain recruitment relationships & strategies

Manage in-house apprenticeship program including recruitment, tracking, engagement & reporting

Manage job postings across various platforms (ATS) and collaborate with external recruitment firms when necessary.

Communicate effectively with potential candidates, guiding them through the recruitment process to ensure a positive experience (scheduling interviews, offer processing, hiring processing)

Coordinate and facilitate the on-boarding process for new employees, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.

Develop and maintain on-boarding materials, including welcome kits, orientation schedules, and training resources.

Conduct orientation sessions to familiarize new hires with company policies, culture, and job responsibilities.

Process new hires to related systems for necessary access and tools essential for employment

Engagement

Assist with design and administration of employee programs to promote a culture of appreciation and engagement including feedback, performance, recognition, career development

Promote, participate and assist with planning both company-wide & external events that foster team spirit and strengthen company culture

Represent company as ‘brand ambassador’ both internally (job sites) & externally (workforce development meetings, industry events, community outreach programs)

Assist with training needs across the organization in alignment with leadership and HR strategy & design

Maintain active company social media presence, posting real-time events, achievements, and project highlights.

Develop, track & maintain HR related metrics and reporting (training, attrition, certification, compliance, recruitment).

Assist with company-wide communications that foster transparency (emails, HRIS bulletin board, etc.).

Assist with managing marketing materials and promotional items.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or similarly related field; at least 18 years of age

Equivalent work experience (additional 3-4 years) may be considered in lieu of education

3-5 years experience in Human Resources role with demonstrated autonomy and decision-making skills for assigned areas of responsibility

Excellent communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills

Successful candidates will also:

Be reliable and dependable, proactive, able to work well independently

Show up engaged to complete work and tasks as expected with an attitude of excellence

Pay high attention to detail with commitment to high-quality workmanship

Preferred Candidates will:

Have prior work experience with Registered Apprenticeship Program and/or construction industry; experience with skilled trades, especially recruitment

Have HR Certification

Understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations with increasing, progressive responsibility with associated roles

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. Varney considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands

Sit for long periods of time; repetitive movements (office equipment – keyboards, phones, printers). Some travel to project sites and recruitment events ( Equal Opportunity Employer

Varney is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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