HR Generalist - Ankeny, IA (Finance)

Job ID: 509926

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

The HR Generalist will provide support and carry out responsibilities in some or all the following functional areas: employee relations, training, compensation, benefits, employment, recruiting, performance and HRIS administration. This position is the primary point of contact for all HR related matters for assigned operating companies. The HR Generalist will provide outstanding customer service to all internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Serve as the primary point of contact for HR related needs in the designated operating companies.
• Manage, train and support the HR Assistant team.
• Work with the management team to identify, evaluate and resolve employee relations and work performance problems.
• Provide labor relations support including union negotiations and administer contract requirements.
• Support the Recruiting Specialist and HR Assistants with coordination of the onboarding and recruiting processes including participation in local job fairs and community events.
• Coordinate with management team and the division regarding FMLA, Short/Long-term Disability and ADA management.
• Participate and engage with the employee performance and development processes including annual goal setting and reviews, succession planning, talent reviews and training initiatives.
• Speak and present content for employee training, kick-off meetings, EEO meetings, etc.
• Maintains and coordinates employee recognition program and assists with performance of stay/exit interviews.
• Assist with development and maintenance of policies and procedures and with disseminating this information to employees, as needed.
• Handles region reporting needs, including but not limited to: EEO/AAP audits and reporting, CRH compliance reporting and reporting upon management request.
• Support, champion, participate and help develop company HR initiatives and training programs.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Maintains professional demeanor in dealing with critical/confidential information; restricts discussion/knowledge of activity to a "need to know" basis.
• Regular, on-time and consistent attendance is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

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, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from an accredited college or university and at least three (3) years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Experience in a building materials/construction industry preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre- employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Valid state driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must possess and maintain knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements.
• Ability to effectively navigate and research HR compliance and industry related web content.
• Ability to read, comprehend, articulate, and write complex instructions, correspondence and other written content.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software. Must be able to utilize internet and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate comfort in communicating and partnering with senior level executives on sensitive employee issues.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback. Must have ability to speak to large groups and possess effective presentation skills.
• Demonstrate basic mathematical skills as well as the ability to interpret financial data and information.
• Demonstrated ability to train, motive and lead employees.

• Willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities.
• Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.

• Ability to facilitate change management and influence positive responses.
• Strong skill in planning and organization, as well as skills in project management.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, appropriate manner.
• Ability to summarize data from different sources into a concise format that can be easily expanded and communicated to support initiatives.
• Ability to identify and analyze problems, determine relevant information to make logical decisions and provide solutions.

Key Competencies

• Accountability: Is continually focused on accepting responsibility for meeting commitments, achieving optimum results, and ownership for the outcomes from actions and decisions.
• Adaptability: Personal willingness and ability to effectively work in, and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, responsibilities, people, environments, and conditions.
• Communication: Clearly conveys and receives messages at an appropriate level and format.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and/or external customers.
• Integrity: Through words and actions, creates an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. Communicating and acting honestly and ethically.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to other without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively and productively in groups and teams to create positive relationships which maximize performance results.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures.
• Leadership: Motivates and inspires others through their words, actions, and commitment to the organization.
• Managing People and Processes: Establishes and clearly communicates process standards and expectations; monitors performance and provides ongoing feedback to build people.
• Strategic Thinking: Takes a broad scale, long term view, assessing options and implications required to develop and achieve goals of the organization to move it forward.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to bend, reach with hands and arms above their shoulders and use hands to handle or feel.

Work Environment

While performing non-field duties of this position, the environment is typical of an office setting and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate. While performing field duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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Staker Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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