The Ruan Human Resources Region Consultant will function as a key internal business partner and consultant to help develop organizational capabilities to meet financial and strategic goals. This position will provide leadership and implement value-added HR strategies in the areas of organizational and staff development, staffing, performance management, employee relations, compensation, change management, HR administration, etc.

Key tactical responsibilities include employee relations and development, recruiting and retention activities, training, investigations, project management, coordinating policies and programs and general compliance with applicable policies, laws and regulations.

In this role, the Consultant will be aligned with a division/region within the organization and be relied up to provide sound HR leadership, guidance and support for up to 1,000 employees located in multiple locations throughout the country. In addition, this position will have the opportunity to expand their experience and expertise as they contribute to a variety of strategic and tactical projects with HR and cross-functional teams. Our HR team members provide each other with shared learning opportunities and insight to assure that we are collectively providing the overall leadership and value-added consultation to the executive, management and general employee population.

Essential Job Functions:

• Be an HR leader that continues to present and champion new initiatives and process improvements in Human Resources that ensure organizational needs are met
• Understand business challenges within the organization
• Provide internal consultation on a wide range of HR issues
• Increase effectiveness of HR programs and processes
• Handle employee relations issues and provide management coaching and counseling aligned with organizational values and expectations
• Responsible for all recruiting activities including coaching and mentoring the hiring manager or team through the selection process
• Support training initiatives
• Investigate complaints and allegations within expectations and guidelines developed by the HR and legal team ensuring sensitivity, consistency and legal compliance at all times
• Partner with field management on change management and organizational and process effectiveness.

• Bachelor’s degree required
• A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in an HR Generalist role, preferably in a multi-site/multi-state environment
• Demonstrated aptitude within more than one area of human resources
• Solid understanding of federal/state laws and compliance requirements affecting HR policies and process
• Self-motivated with the demonstrated ability to operate independently, work proactively and achieve results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish credibility with managers and employees and affect meaningful change
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Must be willing to relocate to Des Moines, IA for position

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