HR Generalist - Global Engineering

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Job Summary
The Human Resources Generalist (HRG) is a business partner to the Engineering function in the Off-Road global business unit. This role will partner with Engineering leaders including VPs and Directors to ensure human capital outcomes that support the strategic priorities of the business. The HRG will demonstrate HR functional excellence with the goal of designing an organization (strategy, structure, people, processes) to achieve the long-range plans of the business.

Responsibilities:
•    Day to day HRG support for key leaders within Off Road Engineering Global Business Unit of about 250 people, including globally distributed team members
•    Support development and execution of annual HR processes for the teams (i.e., Organization & Talent Review, Total Rewards processes, Performance Management processes, etc.)
•    Leverage and improve HR processes to drive excellence and capability to deliver value for client groups in organization and people development; Partner closely with Off-Road and Engineering HR team and HR COE teams in developing solutions and managing processes 
•    Partner on talent management for client groups, including identification of talent needs and talent acquisition with the end game of building world-class teams with bench strength that can deliver against strategic and operational initiatives
•    Conducts interviews to assists supervisors and managers in the candidate selection process; Develops and implements recruitment and staffing strategies
•    Conducts exit interviews and processes required termination paperwork
•    Assist managers and supervisors with record keeping and documentation on employee relations issues and corrective action steps in disciplinary issues
•     Tracks, maintains, and monitors data and provides necessary reports as needed.
•    Maintain visibility and active presence within the team, providing daily support and communication; Build and maintain a strong teams and relationships through business partnership, coaching, mentoring and development at all levels
•    Actively develop and foster a positive employee relations climate, high employee engagement, team effectiveness and integration
•    Day-to-day HR tasks and other duties and projects as required or assigned

Experience & Skills:
•    5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, previous business partner experience strongly preferred
•    Proven track record of successfully implementing HR programs and initiatives; change management, org design, org effectiveness and facilitation experience
•    Project management experience, ability to manage complex projects across multiple stakeholders
•    Proven effectiveness operating in matrix and dynamic environments
•    Strong communication skills with ability to influence and build credibility at all levels
•    Demonstrated independent and sound decision-making skills; ability to think critically and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
•    Continuous improvement mindset; seeking ways to drive innovation and efficiencies throughout the organization
•    Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with HRIS system-based software required
•    Strong analytical skills, experienced user in MS Excel and Power BI preferred

Education:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field, required
•    Master’s degree or MBA preferred

Working Conditions:
•    Role based in a fast-paced, dynamic office environment
•    Some domestic travel may be required (up to 10%)

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $64,000 to $89,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.  While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range. 

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

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