Human Resources Generalist - Wheeler Staffing Partners

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Dallas, TX. The Human Resources Generalist partners with the HQ and field HR teams, along with headquarters based business leaders, to lead numerous projects and initiatives across a wide range of HR responsibilities.  These include, but are not limited to, talent acquisition, on-boarding, employee relations, performance management, employee communications, training & development, employee engagement, and legal & compliance issues.  To be successful, you will need to demonstrate a high level of integrity, a strong depth of HR knowledge, customer service, high sense of urgency, and a pro-active approach to your role. This position reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer.
 
Human Resources Generalist Responsibilities: 

• Partners with the business and field HR teams to understand business goals and recommend new and consistent approaches, policies and procedures to drive sustained improvements in business objectives, and productivity.
• Provide training, education and counseling to the workforce on HR practices, policies and guidelines including programs such as new hire orientation, performance management programs, career planning, behavioral interviewing, and other critical HR topics.
• Assist with coaching leaders in employee performance issues to include the progressive correction action process.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of human resources policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
• Develop and maintain a positive, productive partnership with both local leadership and the field HR team.
• Develop and manage employee communication in support of a positive culture and work environment. 
• Ensure compliance of records of employment transactions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.  In addition, will lead the efforts related to compliance reporting. 
• Coordinate staffing activities for the Business Unit, ensuring the recruitment of high-quality talent capable of supporting the short and long-term needs of the business. Develop networks for sourcing diverse candidate pools.  
• Administer disability and FMLA programs, with a focus on effective management with respect to cost, compliance and employee relations.  
• Continuously seek to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of core human resources processes.  
• Facilitate and maintain a new hire orientation program for the purpose of successful new hire socialization and transition into the organization, an introduction into the business, and familiarization with Company policy and procedure.  
• Develop programs to enhance and improve employee engagement.  
• Maintain an effective community relations program that facilitates the achievement of business objectives and enhances the image of the Company in the local community.  
• Ensure alignment of all local policies and practices with the guidelines provided by the HQ Human Resources department.
• Assist with employee investigations as needed and work with business leaders on the preparation of follow-up actions and documentation. 
• Numerous other human capital and communication projects as assigned. 

Human Resources Generalist Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or other related discipline required.
• PHR/SPHR preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of solid Human Resource generalist experience required.
• Solid knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex sets of data and make business recommendations based on analysis.
• Ability to position self as credible (garners respect, acts with integrity, keeps commitments); pro-active (has a point of view, challenges assumptions, takes initiative); and a trusted thought-partner (builds relationships, delivers results).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to build consensus and foster positive relationships in order to drive company strategy and efficient methods.
• Capacity to solve problems through creative, innovative solutions and challenge traditional methods of accomplishing tasks and removing obstacles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and in a variety of cultures.
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Proficient knowledge of HRIS and ATS Systems, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.  iCIMS and UKG system knowledge preferred. 

WSP specializes in filling your company’s contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, contingency, and executive positions with professional candidates. From our Executive Retained Search Teams, Direct Hire and Contract Staffing Professionals, and RPO Service offerings we create models to deliver a world-class service, with a sense of urgency and professionalism. Our connections and our candidates combined with a staff backed by over 20 years of experience, ensure that our clients are seeing the right candidates for their career openings.
WSP is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer