Human Resources Generalist (Employee Relations)
Company: Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory
Location: Princeton
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:
The HR Generalist is responsible for fostering and maintaining
client relationships, coaching for performance improvement,
advising and negotiating in conflict situations, and assisting the
Senior HR Manager in organizational effectiveness efforts. -The
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is a world-class fusion energy
research laboratory managed by Princeton University for the U.S.
Department of Energy's Office of Science. PPPL is dedicated to
developing the scientific and technological knowledge base for
fusion energy. The Laboratory advances the fields of fusion energy
and plasma physics research to develop the scientific understanding
and key innovations needed to realize fusion as an energy source
for the world.
Responsibilities:
Employee Relations: -Provide advice, guidance and decisions on HR
matters to managers and staff. Identify and analyze employee
relations situations and recommend appropriate employment action to
maintain a productive work environment.Conduct timely and thorough
investigations with general supervision, recommend solutions to
issues, and counsel employees. Advise managers on progressive
discipline process, highlighting the legal requirements and
ramifications. Facilitate dispute resolution within client groups
as necessary to ensure the consistent, uniform and fair application
of University policies and procedures.Manage disciplinary actions
within client groups to ensure the consistent, uniform and fair
application of University policies and procedures. -Other HR
Generalist responsibilities: -Participate in Lab-wide strategic
projects, committees and working groups; adjudicate complex ER
issues.Stays current on recent federal, state and case law changes
and monitors labor law updates and newsletters for changes that may
affect HR.Partner with University Learning and Development team to
create and deliver solutions to managers and their departments.
Align training solutions to organizational problems and priorities.
Conduct training for clients on general human resource topics.
Under the direction of the Director, performs organizational
assessments and provides advice and guidance to Generalists on
restructuring, impact analysis and implementing change.Coordinate
workforce and talent management efforts with clients relative to
establishing solid promotion rationales, collaborating with
Compensation on offers, salary actions, audits and the annual merit
increase process.Collaborating with the Sr Director of HR and/or Sr
HR Manager, assist clients with compensation and staffing needs;
create solutions to handle issues.Supports the development and
strategic implementation of policies, procedures and tools to
support performance management, communication and relationship
building while fostering positive relationships between employees
and managers.Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:A bachelor's degree and 4 - 6 years' of
related HR generalist experience. -Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication
skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to present effectively
to small and large groups and facilitate discussion.Working
knowledge of all HR functions, laws and practices, particularly
employee relations; familiarity with organizational development and
effectiveness and talent management is preferred as is the ability
to understand and apply collective bargaining agreements for
unionized staffDemonstrated ability to use technology (i.e. MS
Office, HRIS systems) to gather, interpret, organize, and present
data. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite
toolsMust possess sound judgment and critical thinking skills;
ability to manage multiple priorities and administer broad range of
tasks including resolving complaints, coaching and counseling
managers and employees on policies and procedures.Experience
working within a matrix organization with the ability to adapt
quickly in a varied work environment, be sensitive to diverse
cultural differences, build relationships, and work successfully at
all levels of a complex organizationAble to collaborate, influence
and command the respect and confidence of campus partners and have
the capacity to deal with a wide range of relationships and
situations.Strong organizational skills; evidence of
self-motivation; demonstrated ability to plan, schedule and work
both independently and in teams within a service-oriented
organization.Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and
competing priorities while balancing the need for quality with
meeting deadlines.Certificates and Licenses:HR certification (PHR,
SPHR / CP, SCP) desired -Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods
sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up
to 15 pounds at times.Working Conditions:Office work. Position will
be a mix of onsite and remote work. -Princeton University is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
law. EEO IS THE LAW Please be aware that the Department of Energy
(DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in
certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL
employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign
government talent recruitment program and may be required to
withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE
Contract.
Standard Weekly Hours:
40.00
Eligible for Overtime:
No
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Probationary Period:
180 days
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail):
No
Physical Capacity Exam Required:
No
Valid Driver's License Required:
No
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