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Employee Relations Representative - 2nd Shift

Electric Boat, North Kingstown, Rhode Island, us, 02852

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Overview The Employee Relations Partner acts as a strategic partner to all employees by embedding HR strategy into day-to-day work and providing professional HR guidance and support to relevant internal client groups with the objective of adding value to the business.

Key Competencies

Ability to motivate, develop relationships and quickly earn trust with the client group.

Substantial business acumen

Clear, comprehensive understanding of the link between HR initiatives and business strategy

Ability to develop clear, actionable steps in support of an overall business strategy

Ability to identify new ways for ER to support the business strategy

Ability to recognize trends and develop recommendations based on data analysis

Ability to engage, inspire, and influence people

Ability to develop and deliver relevant, effective training programs to targeted audiences

Effective team player and networker

Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills

Significant knowledge of HR policies, processes (e.g., workforce planning and talent management), and talent management practices

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert advice and coaching in order to become trusted advisors to our fellow shipbuilders

Investigate violations of company policies and procedures and issue corrective action as necessary

Engage employees on the deck plate to provide them with available resources

Understand and solicit employee opinions and anticipate their needs and concerns

Facilitate a strong leadership and coaching culture

Maintain knowledge of progressive HR practices and key trends

Review and benchmark the internal and external environment to improve HR policies and initiatives

Identify and drive the sharing of best practices across functions to facilitate continuous improvement

Identify new opportunities for HR to add value to the business

Manage specific projects as determined in the annual HR plan and contribute to functional and cross-functional initiatives

Perform arious duties as may be assigned by supervisor

This position is located in North Kingstown, RI and is a second shift onsite position.

Qualifications Required Qualifications

3 years of employee relations experience OR a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Must be available for all shifts, including extended hours and weekends as business needs dictate

Preferred Qualifications

Employee Relations / Labor Relations experience

PHR, SPHR or Labor Certification

Working knowledge of national and state employment laws (ADA, FMLA, etc.)

Knowledge of full range of people practices in a business setting; goal setting, performance assessment and improvement, compensation practices, talent review and talent management, workforce planning, attendance and leave practices, reductions in force, etc.

Previous Electric Boat experience

Skills

Must possess strong communication, organization and interpersonal skills

Proficency in MS office suite strong desired

Must be able to work independently and bring all issues to resolution

Detail oriented

Strong organizational, project management, presentation skills

Ability to work in a team environment is essential

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