Human Resources Director

The *Human Resource Director* will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including all recruitment efforts (posting, sourcing, and interviewing staff), administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.
The HR Director must have general knowledge of Employment Laws and Practice and the ability to apply accordingly.
Experience in the administration and record keeping of benefits, compensation programs is required.
The HR Director must have excellent written and verbal communication and computer skills, and be well organized and provide record keeping data, as needed.
The HR Director will keep apprised of current trends in HR.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries*.
* *About GROW:* GROW’s work is grounded in our mission statement – “Equitable participation in society is a fundamental right we all share.
By supporting people of all abilities, our commitment is to provide opportunities for Growth to each person we serve.
” GROW provides services for individuals with disabilities in the greater Randolph area to plan their individual goals and supports them in achieving those goals.
GROW provides a wide range of services to over 200 people.
These programs include Day Habilitation, Community-Based Day Supports, Vocational Training and Employment Services.
GROW Associates’ services help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve a sense of accomplishment and self-worth.
For those served and for the staff, GROW is like a second home.
Important tenets at GROW, which sets them apart, are the offering of choice and involvement in life decisions and encouragement to participate in community activities.
Team members and staff are facilitators, working together with those they serve and their families, teaching and creating bonds that help build confidence.
*Duties/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.
* Provides support and guidance to Leadership team, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
* Manages the talent acquisition process, which includes recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
They must ensure diversity, equity and inclusion best practices are utilized throughout the recruitment 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.
* In cooperation with the Director of QA and Training and the Director of Service Operations, 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; 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.
* Manage the onboarding, off boarding, Workers Comp, performance review, unemployment, COBRA, FMLA, and exit interview processes.
* Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support the organizations human resource compliance and strategy needs.
* Administers or oversees the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
* Assist with the implementation and administration of the organization’s policies and procedures.
* 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 or related software.
* Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
*Education and Experience:* * Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
* A minimum of three years of human resource management experience preferred.
* PHR or SPHR Certification a plus.
* Strong knowledge of employment-related, federal, state and local laws, statutes and regulations: (e.
g.
EEO, ERISA, OSHA, Wage and Hour-FLSA, Worker’s Compensation, I-9).
* Experience in legal requirements and government reporting regulations to ensure compliance.
*Physical Requirements:* * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Must be able to lift 30 pounds at times.
* Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
*Other Requirements:* _*LANGUAGE SKILLS*_ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Write clear reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
_*MATHEMATICAL SKILLS*_ Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
_*REASONING ABILITY*_ Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
_*CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS*_ * Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
* Ability to pass Background Checks (CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting).
* SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly desired.
_*WORK ENVIRONMENT*_ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The work environment characteristic will change depending on the location of services and supports being offered to the individuals.
*Generous Benefits Package:* * Health, Dental and Vision Insurance * Up to 4 weeks of Paid Time Off annually, 5 weeks after 2 years and 6 weeks after 5 years * 12 Paid Holidays per year * Paid Birthday off * $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap * Employer paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance * 403 (b) Retirement Plan * Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Care Account * Professional Development and Education Assistance * Tuition Remission and Reimbursement programs * Free BJ’s Wholesale Club Membership * Free on-site parking Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $90,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: * Signing bonus Work Location: In person