Sr. Manager HR - General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite Sr. Manager Human Resources to join our Wilkes-Barre, PA Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS in Wilkes-Barre offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.

Summary:

You must be a dynamic and innovative Sr Manager with experience in designing, implementing and monitoring a variety of HR programs in support of a high performance culture and diverse workforce. Anticipates and plans for long-term human resource needs and trends in partnership with business management. We are looking for a leader that has passion for making a difference and a proven track record in the HR field, excellent interpersonal skills, keen understanding of business operations, who always acts with integrity and works collaboratively to ensure your role as a trusted advisor.

• Manages the human resources function of an organization. 
• Oversees execution of human resources policies and programs, which may include recruitment and onboarding, training and career development, employee relations, and compensation and benefits planning
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including EEO, FMLA, and FLSA
• Assists line managers in the application of HR programs to departmental operations
• Answers employee/candidate questions about HR policies and offerings
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & Senior Leadership

Required Qualifications:

• ​Associate's Degree
• Equivalent combination of relevent education and/or experience
• 5-7 years related experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Human Resources, Business Administration
• Strong preference bilingual - fluent in Spanish, written and verbal
• HR experience with companies supporting 500 or more employees in a manufacturing environment, including multishift organizations
• Human Resources Certifications PHR and/or SHRM-CP
• Experience in Labor Relations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
• Looks for ways to improve and promote operational excellence and partner with Operations leadership
• Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize and quickly adapt to changes
• Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
• Operates under minimal direction and exercises independent judgment
• Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan
• Compensation and Benefits
• Employee Data Management
• Employee Engagement
• Employee Relations
• Full-Cycle Recruiting
• HR Policy Administration
• HR Regulatory Environment and Compliance
• Onboarding
• Organizational Change Management
• Performance Management
• Program Development
• HR Policy Development
• HR Risk Management
• HR Management Systems (HRMS).

Other Requirements:

• Willingness and ability to drive to and support four (4) area locations
• Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
• Professional demeanor and presentation skills for frequent customer meetings, presentations, and site visits
• Experience in Talent Acquisition systems (i.e. iCIMS)
• Experience and understanding of HRIS systems (i.e. PeopleSoft)
• Experience with regulatory strategy and reporting, including AAP, I-9, EEO, Pre-Employment process, OFCCP and EEOC requirements

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.  The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills.  Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.