Job Purpose:

The Compliance Specialist will provide a high level of proactive support to internal clients and managers including assessments, strategies, policies and procedures. This position will serve as a strategic consultant to managers and will require a strong understanding of the business strategic direction, industry standards, the corporate culture, and short and long-term departmental needs.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in documenting, tracking and monitoring compliance efforts within the department
• Maintains knowledge of the business unit, builds strong relationships with managers
• Maintains accurate date in tracking system/database for compliance related reports/data
• Tracks metrics and communicates success/areas for improvement
• Participates in recruitment planning meetings with recruiting department as needed
• Partners with managers to share ideas and increase the effectiveness of employees
• Partners with the recruiting department to provide sourcing ideas including but not limited to traditional job boards, internet data mining, internal databases, social media, employee referrals, networking, cold calling, career fairs, and competitor research
• Partners with the recruiting department to maintain a network and pipeline of contacts to source qualified candidates
• Researches, identifies, and implements effective tools and resources for the department
• Identifies needs to meet hiring and business goals
• Evaluates current employee eligibility for internal positions
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations and departmental policies
• Defines data collection procedures and maintains accurate records
• Generates reports and provides data as requested
• Ensures internal processes comply with labor agreement
• Auditing of technicians in terms of attendance, compliance, timesheets, and training
• Create, update and manage employee field files for managers
• Prepare documentation for compliance manager for communication to managers
• Support other projects as needed

Education:

Four years of College resulting in a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Experience:

• 2-4 years relevant experience
• Demonstrated client relationship management
• Experience working with a union environment a plus

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent networking skills
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of applicable laws and regulations (OFCCP, VEVRAA, etc.)
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Works independently
• Collaborates well in a team environment
• Ability to establish professional and technical credibility and build trusting relationships

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No Supervisory Responsibility

Hawaiian Telcom:

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