People Partner/Human Resources Generalist

We are excited to add this position to our growing team! LiveOak Fiber employees ("Lifers") enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as bonus potential. As a Lifer, you are part of a team that values your ideas, contributions, and career growth. Our offices are located just minutes from the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida and the gorgeous Golden Isles of Georgia. The following is an overview of the role and what we are looking for in a successful candidate.
The People Partner, along with the Vice President, People, will help ensure an exceptional employee experience. Recruiting and onboarding is a primary responsibility. The position will also support training and development, performance management, employee relations, policy interpretation, employment law compliance, benefits and 401(k) administration, compensation, and off-boarding.  The position will also support the evolution of the People function as it changes to support the growing business. This role is on-site in our Niceville, Florida office.

Essential Duties & Requirements

• Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for exempt and non-exempt positions. 
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings, and complete job descriptions. Oversee the completion of compensation analyses and manage relocation program.
• Complete background checks and conduct employee eligibility (I-9) and eVerify verifications.
• Administer Lever Applicant Tracking System efficiently to help ensure an exceptional candidate experience; and ensure the Open Positions report is updated and accurate.
• Facilitate an exceptional onboarding experience for all new employees, including managing the automated onboarding process, the 30 and 60-day check-in process, the Caliper IDG review process, and the Onboarding Plan process.
• Manage New Employee and New Contractor Orientations, including managing updates and changes to process and presentation.
• Support biannual goal setting and performance review processes through Lattice performance management system; administer the system as an expert user.
• Support employee survey administration including development of action plans based on survey feedback; support Great Place to Work survey and application.
• Share ideas for ensuring an exceptional employee experience. Raise awareness of any issues impacting employee experience and propose solutions in alignment with People strategy.
• Support compensation administration, including promotion, pay increase, bonus, new hire, and separation pay processing aligned with business needs and People strategy.  
• Support benefits administration to ensure an exceptional employee experience.
• Field and resolve general People-related questions such as employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
• Facilitate employee relations issues, perform investigations, and track outcomes in accordance with People processes.    
• Provide guidance to managers regarding performance improvement and corrective action situations.  
• Support off-boarding process including participating in termination conversations, conducting exit interviews, preparing separation communications, processing unemployment claims and representing the company in unemployment proceedings if necessary.
• Support various special projects related to People systems and processes. 
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively.    
• Effective interviewing skills and management of multiple candidates simultaneously.   
• Ability to establish relationships and build trust throughout the organization.  
• Ability to manage conflict and facilitate successful outcomes.  
• Self-driven and able to work with limited direction. 
• Superior judgment and decision-making skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.  
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS system administration.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a strategic Human Resources role.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Recruiter. 
• Broad mastery of core HR processes, with experience in recruitment, engagement, performance management, compensation and benefits, and learning and development.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices and practical application in the workplace.
• Experience using HR Information Systems and Applicant Tracking Systems. 
• Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. 

Preferred Qualifications & Competencie