Human Resources Generalist

Orbital Energy Group, Inc. (OEG) is a publicly traded company dedicated to maximizing shareholder value through the acquisition and development of innovative companies to create a diversified energy infrastructure services platform. OEG’s group of businesses includes, Orbital Gas Systems Inc., Orbital Power Services, Orbital Renewables, Orbital Solar Services and Eclipse Foundation Group, a subsidiary of Orbital Foundation Services.

The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing HR related duties on a professional level working closely with the Human Resources team in the areas of recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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  Assists department in development and implementation of Human Resource goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the company.
• Communicates Human Resource policies, procedures, and programs to staff.
• Using excellent customer service skills establishes and maintains effective working relationships with managers and employees.
• Creates job postings and ads for recruitment.
• Update and maintain candidate and requisition data.
• Maintenance of recruiting reporting and tracking information.
• Handles applicant testing, background and drug screening.
• Review resumes received to ascertain if minimum criteria for position is present and forward those that meet criteria to appropriate management staff for review.
• Conducts phone screens of applicants, schedules interviews.
• Maintains follow through with applicants during and after recruitment process.
• Oversee and maintain the On-boarding experience for all new hired staff.
• Conduct new hire orientation meetings to review policies, procedures, handbook, all benefit information.
• Review all new hire documentation and guide new hires through completing the necessary paperwork.
• Develop a 3 month on-boarding and off-boarding plan including an exit interview process for the organization.
• Acts as a liaison with employment agencies to facilitate needs for temporary staff
• Conducts detailed reference checks and employment verifications for potential new hires
• Responsible for HR recordkeeping and administration.
• Assists with the implementation of company wellness programs.
• Protects the interests of employees and the company in accordance with company Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations.
• Keeps up to date on changes to Employment Law, federal and state.
• Other duties as assigned

DEGREE OF SUPERVISION

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  Minimal, must be able to work autonomously as well as in group

Education

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  Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in Human Resources/Personnel Management.

Experience

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  Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field, minimum of 2 years in a assistant capacity.
• Knowledge and understanding of US labor and employment law.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to write clear and concise instructions, reports and business correspondence as well as strong presentation skills to deliver new hire orientation and respond to questions in group settings.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and effectively handle sensitive issues and facilitate critical interactions.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Works independently receives minimal guidance
• Good knowledge of various Federal and State employment laws and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must handle stressful situations professionally and interact with coworkers and/or clients respectfully.
• Experienced with Applicant Tracking systems, Paycom a plus.
  

Licenses and Certifications

• PHR or SHRM-CP Certification – preferred

Knowledge and Skills

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  Proficient computer skills of relevant software applications (MS Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – Other office productivity tools (email, calendaring, etc.)
• Knowledge of various filing systems
• Bilingual preferred

Other Competencies

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  Ability to work under stress and for a variety of employees
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services