Purpose:

To lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Essential Functions: (must be able to perform these functions, with or without a reasonable accommodation).

• Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organizations human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Provides support and guidance to HR generalists, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
• Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Ensures company policies are revised and updated with in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Assists management with policy/procedure compliance and sits in on employee counseling sessions.
• Develops programs and incentives to increase employee empowerment and morale; employee award programs.
• Acts as a positive role model in all aspects of professional performance.
• Observes safety procedures and personnel policies and ensures same of staff.

Required Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Must exhibit strong proficiency in the use Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to interact cordially and productively with all employees of The Company.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure and to prioritize.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to use general office equipment including computer keyboard by touch, voice mail system, copy machine, and printers.
• Must be able to proficiently read, write and communicate clearly in English.
• Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with, and among employees.
• Must possess effective communications skills with ability to handle difficult people or situations.
• Must be able to keep information confidential and make decisions with little supervision.
• Must be able to use hands, fingers and wrists, repetitively, using a computer keyboard.
• Must be able to travel by automobile to other locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Human Resource Degree or related Business Administration degree required.
• Five or more years general HR experience required
• Work experience may be substituted for a degree
• Valid driver’s license required
• HR Certification a plus.

Travel

• Some travel required

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Opportunities
• Comprehensive healthcare for you and your dependents
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Employer paid life insurance
• Laptop, smartphone, and expense account
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

TriNova, Inc. is a manufacturer's representative and distributor that has been dedicated to helping customers, manufacturers, and suppliers with measurement and process control needs and challenges for over 50 years. Industries we work closely with include oil and gas, chemical, environmental, renewable fuels, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and water & wastewater.

TriNova, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, respects, and inspires all individuals by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.