COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Premier Service is a growing, family-owned and operated landscape design, build, and maintenance company where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

From our start in the late ‘80s, our employee-focused model has fostered an environment where people can develop their skills, thrive professionally, and be a part of a team as strong as it is unique.

At a time when many companies are trying to define their ‘culture’, our culture is an enduring example of a workplace where new ideas are appreciated, enthusiasm and initiatives are rewarded, and everyone has the support they need to be successful.

JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, this position exists to lead the HR function of the company and maintain and implement programs that provide HR services to the Branch’s and operating units. This position will be engaged in all facets of HR through the employment life cycle, including but not limited to: maintain employee information, talent acquisition, employee development, succession planning, termination, employment processing, compensation, benefits, records management, safety and health, employee relations and retention, government compliance, personnel transactions, policy development/enforcement and implementation, timekeeping, cross operational communication.

This position will be responsible for championing HR programs and policies that support the continued growth of the business. Managing day/day, tactical aspects as well as driving the strategic planning processes of HR. The Director of HR will collaborate with the leadership team, and interact with employees at all levels of the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Including but not limited to):

• Compliance – Direct (establish and improve) HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws. Maintain up to date on law updates and application of such. Manage personnel files, I9’s, legally required trainings and Company reporting including ACA, EEO, 401k 5500 and payroll testing.
• Talent Acquisition – Lead recruiting, selection, hiring and onboarding processes to support seasonal hiring needs, as well as ongoing business growth.
• Employee Relations - Advise and counsel managers and other directors regarding employee performance, discipline, terminations, and related issues. Act as an advocate and resource to resolve employee concerns.
• Total Rewards – Support selection and administration of employee benefits program including group medical, disability, life and 401K plans. Administer compensation programs that attract qualified employees and drive top performance.
• Organizational Development - Champion communications efforts to encourage employee engagement. Drive the performance evaluation system and implement training/development programs to improve workforce productivity. Lead process of succession management to ensure a talent pipeline exists within the organization.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Excellent organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities while dealing with interruptions
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in a professional and confidential manner with members of the organization
• Solid written communication skills to prepare accurate and appropriate documentation
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and employment practices, with the ability to adjust priorities, manage multiple projects and pay attention to critical details
• Must be approachable, good natured, personable while also capable of holding firm on important issues and willing support to implement change positively
• Sense of urgency, respect for others, flexibility and ability to think and act quickly in critical matters

KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or a related field
• At least 10 years experience in human resources, with some multi site, multi state exposure ideal 

• Bilingual Spanish, Preferred, but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Some physical effort required. Must be able to tolerate extended periods of sitting; frequent use of a keyboard and a telephone and have the ability to communicate and hear effectively.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk, reach with hands, arms and stoop and bend.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Flow of work and character of duties involves normal visual and mental attention.
• Duties require willingness to work a flexible schedule and/or weekends.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Office environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They do not represent an all-inclusive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with it.

Premier Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.