Senior HR Generalist

  This position is with a growing organization looking for eager, dynamic, dedicated employees.  We have been voted one of the Top 100 Employers for Working Families more than three years running, and we are seeking an experienced Senior HR Generalist to further assist us in our growth.  From our beginning in Arkansas in 1966 to our established position as a leading local community employer for more than 10 years, the Senior HR Generalist will help us further our growth as an Employer of Choice.   The Senior HR Generalist will partner with the site leadership team to provide guidance on all employee relations issues; investigate employee concerns and resolve; oversee and manage the recruiting process and staff, and ensure compliance with all state and federal employment laws.  The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a Business or Human Resources field with at least 5 years experience in a professional HR position.  An HR professional with previous contact center experience is preferred.  Function as a member of the management team to promote and ensure all HR programs are implemented effectively and within company guidelines. Manage the recruiting function and process and supervises one or more professional recruiters. Work with regional management to define staffing plans. Work with recruiting staff to develop strategy for recruiting talented employees. Monitor the employee experience throughout the region. Identify employee relation's issues and opportunities and recommend ideas and actions to Regional Vice President and HR Vice President. Work with sales management in reviewing progressive discipline and development issues. Counsel employees on all HR matters. Review all terminations to ensure adherence to company policy and/or legal compliance. Liaison with corporate HR management on protected group and sensitive issues. Investigate sexual harassment allegations, discrimination charges, disputes and other 'in house', sensitive issues and discusses with corporate HR management and/or Legal Department. Develop and deliver training of Human Resources-related subject matter to field operations staff on an as needed basis. Identify training programs which will help to continually improve productivity of the sales group and other departments throughout the region. Work with corporate HR management to develop leadership and other training as required. Ensure compliance with proper reporting and administration of unemployment claims. Serves as project leader for various enterprise wide HR initiatives. Act as resource for special projects and Human Resources programs, such as benefits enrollment, drug testing, background checks, performance appraisals, merit increases, and training and development. Maintain current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments, and applicable laws regarding human resources. Work with management to guarantee a safe and secure working environment and maintain compliance with (OSHA)/(CALOSHA) standards. Since 1946, Spherion has been helping talented individuals find rewarding job opportunities that drive excellence in their career. Through a network of 700 offices nationwide, we place 300,000 job seekers in fulfilling office professional, industrial and contact center positions every year. Put our career specialists to work for you!