(Full Time) Senior Human Resources Generalist

Under the supervision of the Chief of Human Resources Officer (CHRO), this position is responsible for clerical, technical, and professional work in the Human Resources Department, carrying out responsibilities in compensation analysis, sourcing and recruiting, onboarding and offboarding, LMS management, union negotiations, and employment law compliance. May supervise part-time and temporary employees as assigned. Works independently, exercising judgment and discretion in completion of duties.

Responsibilities

• Leads Recruiting/Talent efforts including posting job announcements, receiving and tracking applications, scheduling interviews, preparing and extending offers, background checks, and preparing recruitment-related reports and correspondence.
• Provides support to the Chief of Human Resources and other HR team members on matters of employee relations, CBA-related issues, compensation, and recruitment/retention.
• Coordinates with the HR Generalist on the organization's employee wellness program and facilitates the Wellness Committee.
• Manages Learning Management System (LMS), designs, administers, and assigns trainings including lunch & learn sessions, tracks and monitors compliance through various reports.
• Updates and maintains Human Resources intranet and SharePoint sites with current information and resources.
• Supports compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Works directly with various departments to coordinate quarterly meetings on Safety and other HR-related topics.
• Prepares salary analysis and workforce compensation studies both internally and externally.
• Assists with risk management initiatives, including safety inspections and the investigation and documentation of workplace incidents and accidents.
• Interprets and communicates Human Resources policies, procedures, and employment practices to employees and supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned by the CHRO.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, psychology, or a related field (Master’s Degree preferred). Applicants with 8 or more years of experience will be given credit toward meeting the minimum educational requirements.
• Minimum of 8 years of Human Resources experience.
• Working knowledge of Human Resources practices and labor laws (HR Certification preferred).
• Parks or Public Sector experience a plus.
• Compensation/Salary study experience preferred.
• Union Environment Collective Bargaining Unit experience preferred.
• Valid State of MI Driver's License.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• HRIS experience (Tyler Product Line preferred).
• Knowledge of LMS administration.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws relating to workforce management.
• Knowledge of "best practice" methods and techniques, including those used in recruitment, placement, training, position classification, and employee relations.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, outside agencies, and employees.
• Ability to effectively work under high-performance situations.
• Ability to effectively publicly speak and present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to implement new initiatives and demonstrate creativity.
• Ability to travel locally to any of the 14 Parks throughout the Metro Detroit area.
• Ability to work in the office located near Kensington Metro Park, Brighton, MI (hybrid schedule—up to 2 days remote weekly).

Tools and Equipment

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Laptop computer, presentation/video equipment (projection machines).
• Scanner/Copier/Fax Machine.

Physical Demands

• Bending: Occasional
• Climbing: Occasional
• Crawling: Occasional
• Driving: Occasional
• Driving High Speed: Never
• Electrical Hazards: Occasional
• Hand Dexterity-Grasping: Frequent
• Hand Dexterity-Holding: Frequent
• Hand Dexterity-Typing: Frequent
• Hearing: Constant
• Lifting-Heavy (50+ lbs): Never
• Lifting-Light (0 to 10 lbs): Occasional
• Lifting-Moderate (10 to 50 lbs): Occasional
• Reaching: Occasional
• Reading: Constant
• Sitting: Frequent
• Standing: Frequent
• Talking: Frequent
• Traveling: Occasional
• Walking: Occasional
• Wet/Slippery Surroundings: Occasional
• Working Alone: Occasional
• Working around Hazardous Materials: Occasional
• Working around Loud Sounds/Machinery: Occasional
• Working in the dark/night: Occasional
• Working in extreme temperatures (hot/cold): Occasional
• Working Inside: Constant
• Working Outside: Occasional
• Working Overtime: Occasional
• Working with poor ventilation: Occasional
• Working with the public: Occasional