Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage all aspects of the Human Resources function including talent acquisition, performance management, onboarding, employee relations, local compensation and benefits administration, development and execution of employee communications, wellness initiatives and determination of local training needs. Lead and actively participate with the HR team in the recruitment for site positions at all levels as needed.
2. Protect interests of employees and the Company in accordance with Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations; Manage all employment related investigations and hearings.
3. Act as a change agent and work to establish a positive culture focused on high performance and transparency achieved through an effective communication strategy aimed at creating positive engagement and ongoing "buy-in".
4. Drive organizational effectiveness by leading by example, coaching and mentoring all levels of management for continuous optimization of organizational development.
5. Facilitate development and implementation of company enterprise programs and align the same with Corporate and local business HR strategy, policies, programs and objectives and that promote high employee engagement and effective employee and management relations.
6. Provide supervision and guidance to direct reports to ensure that all HR functions are executed efficiently and effectively. Coach and develop direct reports to ensure future succession and bench strength.
7. Oversee the talent management process, facilitate talent assessment process and ensure appropriate talent development and coordinate with corporate Human Resources for the business group.
8. In conjunction with management, develop human capital planning models to identify competency, knowledge and talent gaps; Create and participate in tactics of implementing specific local programs for filling talent gaps.
9. Act as a pro-active, trusted strategic business partner with business group leadership, corporate Human Resources and corporate Legal teams. Actively engage and contribute to Federal Signal enterprise wide Human Resources projects and initiatives.
10. Position the company in the community and local market as an attractive employer by engaging with community organizations and local schools/community colleges to promote and provide opportunities with the company.
11. Ensure data accuracy of local data in Human Resources Information System
12. Responsible for the development and management of the department budget and authorized expenditures.
13. Perform other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field required; MS or MBA preferred.
• Professional HR certification (PHR or SPHR) highly desired.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in Human Resource management within a manufacturing environment, with a minimum of 5 years of direct supervisory experience required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in talent development, recruitment, compensation & benefits administration and compliance required.
• Must possess extensive knowledge of and command of all applicable state and federal laws.
• Demonstrated strong project management and process capabilities, using sound business judgment and the proven ability to plan, organize and prioritize work for results-oriented, on time, high quality results.
• Professional, well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills critical.
• Exceptional customer service focus and follow-through skills with proven ability to work in fast paced, high growth environment.
• Ability to effectively take concepts/projects and create processes and frameworks to propose and implement new/modified HR programs, policies and procedures.
• Capable of building strong and respected business partnerships and trust at all levels in the organization.
• Highly effective in problem-prevention and problem-solving skills with a mindset for a swift & positive resolution.
• Demonstrated expertise in active listening, coaching and associate relations.
• Prior experience working with HRIS and databases generating queries/reporting and analysis of data to drive decisions is essential.
• Experience with UltiPro core data, recruitment, Business Intelligence and Performance Management modules highly desired.
• Proficient with MS Office suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

Benefits of Employment
In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.
About Us
Sold and serviced through a network of more than 100 dealer locations worldwide, Elgin Sweeper products are the sweepers of choice for a variety of general street maintenance, special industrial and airport applications. With more than 100 years of experience, Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies-mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation's Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, visit www.elginsweeper.com.
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com.All other applications must be submitted online.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)