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West Plains, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Mar 2025

About the role

Job ID: 111276 

 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

  • In partnership with the HR Leader, responsible for implementing and/or performing a variety of HR functions which may include:  benefit administration, performance and compensation management, recruiting/staffing, employee relations, implementation of policies and procedures, training, HRIS support and employee communications
  • May be responsible for all HR related activities at a smaller location
  • Consult with, advise, and coach local entity leaders and employees on a range of issues related to managing people and developing organizational capabilities, including performance, career development, diversity, sexual harassment, discrimination, and terminations
  • Communicate and interpret HR policies and procedures
  • May handle terminations and corrective action issues 
  • Perform exit interviews with terminating employees 
  • Under direction, conduct investigations involving harassment, EEOC, and similar types of claims ensuring legal compliance, as directed
  • Interpret and comply with all state and federal regulations 
  • Assist in administering the compensation program including the preparation and execution of the annual performance appraisal process 
  • Communicate and interpret benefit policies and changes 
  • Educate employees about their benefits and coordinates open enrollment activities which include communication, meetings and overseeing paperwork processing 
  • Working with third-party provider, research and resolve complex employee benefit problems and questions 
  • Administer leaves of absence, FMLA, workers’ compensation and STD/LTD processes 
  • Assist managers in conducting needs analysis for open positions 
  • Source candidates using a variety of methods (i.e., Internet, career fairs, colleges, etc.) from both internal and external sources 
  • May process new hires and onboard all new employees 
  • Analyze training needs and then coordinate with appropriate internal or external resources to develop or present appropriate classes
  • May provide coaching for employee development 
  • Ensure timely submittal and processing of employee data via HRIS systems (original new hire data and changes, as appropriate) 
  • Compile statistical reports for the department or regulatory agencies, i.e., DCAA, EEO, AAP, internal audit teams, etc. 
  • Work closely with payroll department
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Recommend new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvement in efficiency of department and services performed
  • Develop presentation materials
  • Work closely with management at all levels
  • May coordinate placement of all temporary staffing by working closely with agencies and management to ensure timely, cost effective quality placements

 

Job Responsibilities Part II

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field 7+ years experience in human resource management 
  • Background in employment law and other government compliance regulations is preferred
  • Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult and emotional issues
  • Ability to research and analyze various different type of data information
  • Ability to make recommendations to effectiveness resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work
  • Ability to coach and develop other employees less experienced in HR
  • Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of HR administration
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of various software packages (ie, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, ADP, etc)
  • MS Office skills required 
  • HRIS experience preferred
  • SPHR or PHR certification preferred

 

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-bein

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