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Human Resources Generalist

Summit Fire & Security

Portland, OR

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Affirmative Action, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Conflict Resolution, Contract Requirements, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Diversity, Documentation, Driver's License, Due Diligence, EEO Compliance, EEO Regulations, Employee Assistance Plan, Employee Relations, Employment Law, English Language, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Event Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fire Suppression/Control, HRIS/HRMS, Hospital, Human Resources, Human Resources Certification, Human Resources Processes, Leadership, Legal, Life Safety Systems, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Mail Processing, Maintain Compliance, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), On Site Support, Onboarding, PHR (Professional in Human Resources), Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Protective Services, Regulations, Risk Management, SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources), Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Staff Policies, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Technical Support, Testing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Portland, OR
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of the Human Resources Generalist position is to maintain and enhance the organization's Human Resources through functional practice by planning, implementing, and evaluating human resource and company policies, programs, and practices; wage and salary administration; training; employee relations; and compliance: EEO, affirmative action, etc.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
  • Keep apprised and updated on local, state, and national rules, rules and regulations surrounding labor laws and acceptable HR practices. Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local laws concerning human resources (i.e., Federal and State Minimum Wage Laws, Affirmative Action, Immigration Reform Control Act,
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Act etc.).
  • Advise management and employees on legal concerns on a pre-emptive and reactive basis.
  • Maintain, enforce, and recommend improvements for company policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Maintains human resource information system (HRIS) records in company elected system and compiles reports from the database.
  • Participate, as requested, in onboarding experience not limited to assignment and review of pre-employment items, preparation of employment agreements, assignment and successful completion of the HR onboarding items, correct entry of employee data in the appropriate HRIS system(s).
  • Maintain employee confidence and protects operations by keeping human resources information confidential and following organizational standards.
  • Aid managers with progressive discipline approach to include training, witnessing and proper documenting of events.
  • Submit employee data reports by assembling, preparing, and analyzing data; reports are not limited to turn over, employee census and EEO data.
  • In conjunction with risk management staff, administers policies and procedures for a safe work place. Works with risk management staff in developing region-specific programs. Ensures all accidents and injuries are reported to the appropriate parties.
  • Assists in conducting employee relations investigations as required. Attends all necessary hearings as a representative for the company.
  • Maintain employee information by entering and updating employment and status change data.
  • Assist with the due diligence and acquisition preparation, as requested.
  • Provide onsite support, as assigned, for Human Resources projects and acquisitional needs, as assigned.
  • Sort and distribute HR mail accordingly.
  • Coordinate employee events as the need arises.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or similar; required.
  • Nationally accredited certificate in Human Resources, preferred; examples: SHRM SCP or CP, HRCI PHR or SPHR, or similar.
Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:
  • 3-5 years' Human Resource Generalist experience required. Must be able to work alone and as part of a team. Basic math skills, customer service experience, problem solving skills, decision making skills, ability to multitask, conflict resolution experience, and the ability to plan and organize is required.
Communication Skills:
  • Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
Systems and Software Skills:
  • Ability to operate a computer and advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) experience required. HRIS experience required.
Other Qualifications:
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
  • Must be able to comply with SFS's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement
  • Frequent travel required, up to 30%.
PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance, lift <20lb, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, drive, twist, and reach above and below shoulders.

Work Environment:

Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Office setting are mild to moderate temperatures.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

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About Us

Are you interested in working for the nation's leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you!

Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We're proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that's completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states.

Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to potential bonuses for specific certifications. We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth.

Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.

Benefits

Summit Fire & Security offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with an industry leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes:
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Long-Term Disability - Employer Paid
  • Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid
  • Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
  • Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
Our Core Values

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  • We are PASSIONATE about life safety
  • We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)
  • We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community
  • We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)


Summit Fire & Security participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

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