The ideal candidate for this position will have 2 to 3 years of HR Business Partner (HRBP) experience or 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist.

SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing professional Human Resources support to managers at a business unit/function level; provides support for employee relations and the operationalizing of HR programs in multiple business areas including talent acquisition, talent development & management, total rewards, HR administrative program execution and implementation, payroll/benefits, and talent analytics. Also responsible for enabling business unit compliance for policy implementation, affirmative action, and legal compliance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
1. Manages implementation and oversight of human resources and related programs to achieve desired operational results, aligns leadership and resources required and ensures program effectiveness. Programs include all areas of HR-related business focus including talent acquisition, talent management and development, total rewards, payroll/benefits support, talent analytics and any other area of HR programming.
2. Provides input and advice to business leaders regarding developing and aligning strategies and programs to manage human resources related programs, policies, and procedures.
3. Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate standards, regulations, and policies regarding employee relations and works with management staff in the handling of issues.
4. Investigates employee complaints in a thorough manner and makes sound business-related HR recommendations to leadership for resolution of resulting findings using knowledge of policy, procedures, and labor law guidelines.
5. Assists with special projects; compiles, evaluates and communicates information.
6. Maintains systems data and records and may compile reports concerning human resources related data on an ad hoc basis.
7. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
8. Promotes and supports Pace's overall mission by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in human resources administration, or a closely related field; AND five (5) years of professional human resources experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• None.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:
• Principles, practices and techniques of employee relations and general HR process and programs including multiple areas of HR focus such as talent and performance management, employee relations and other HR programs.
• Applicable employment laws, codes, and regulations.
• Computer applications and systems related to the work.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Techniques for working with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, occasionally where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Principles and techniques of providing effective oral presentations.
• Principles and practices of program planning, development, and evaluation.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Required Skills:
• Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Performing professional-level human resources duties in a variety of assigned areas.
• Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Maintaining accurate records and files.
• Carrying assigned analytical projects through, from data collection to report generation.
• Providing consulting services to supervisors and managers.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office setting. Work is subject to travel.