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SUMMARY: Plan, direct, and coordinate human resource management activities to maximize the strategic use of human resources and maintain functions such as safety, compensation, recruitment, personnel policies, and regulatory compliance.

Knowledge:

• Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, and HRIS.
• English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
• Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their applications.

Skills/Abilities:

• Communication o Oral/ Written Expression (Clarity) - ability to communicate clearly information and ideas both verbally and in writing so others will understand o Oral/Written Comprehension – ability to listen to, read and understand information and ideas communicated verbally and in writing.
• Decision Making / Problem Solving

o Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
o Deductive Reasoning - Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
o Problem Sensitivity - To tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
o Inductive Reasoning - Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others. Includes organizing, prioritizing and scheduling work assignments.
• Management of Human Resources – Motivating, developing, and directing associates as they work, identifying the best associates for the job.
• Management of Financial Resources – Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures. Develop financial plans and manage resources.
• Negotiation – Bringing others together and trying to reconcile difference.
• Social Perceptiveness – Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Instructing – Teaching others how to do something. Work Styles/Values:
• Leadership — Willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
• Attention to Detail – Careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Adaptability/Flexibility – Open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Integrity – Honest and ethical
• Dependability – Reliable, responsible, and dependable and fulfilling obligations
• Initiative – Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.  Cooperation – Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.  Self Control – Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.  Stress Tolerance – Accepting criticism and dealing calming and effectively with high stress situation.
• Independence – Developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. Responsibilities and Activities Occupation Specific Responsibilities:
• Administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems, and safety and recreation programs.
• Identify position vacancies and recruit, interview and select applicants.
• Provide current and prospective associates with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion and benefits.
• Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, disputes, terminations, and administering disciplinary procedures.
• Advise management on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
• Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Serve as a link between management and associates by handling questions, interpreting and administering policies and helping resolve work-related problems.
• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of staff relating to employment, compensation, and associate relations.

Generalized Work Activities:

• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. DOC-1231 Rev.A  Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to or to otherwise change their minds or actions.  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.  Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.  Monitoring and Controlling Resources - Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.  Making Decisions and Solving Problems – Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.  Staffing Departments – Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring and promoting associates.  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Associates – Providing guidance and directions to associates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others – Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards – Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.  Coaching and Developing Others – Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. Detailed Work Activities:  Plans and carries out policies relating to all phases of personnel activity.  Recruits, interviews, and selects associates to fill vacant positions.  Keeps record of insurance coverage, and personnel transactions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.  Investigates accidents and prepares reports for insurance carrier.  Conducts wage survey within labor market to determine competitive wage rate.  Prepares annual budget for safety, human resources, and corporate affairs.  Meets with associates to resolve grievances.  Writes separation notices for associates separating with cause.  Analyzes exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.  Prepares reports and recommends procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover.  Represents company at personnel-related hearings and investigations.  Contracts with outside suppliers to provide associate services.  Prepare required governmental reports.

Education, Training and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university with a degree in business administration or related field.  SPHR or MBA preferred  5 – 7 years relevant experience, manufacturing experience preferred