What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Representative / Recruiter position at Mewbourne Oil Company?
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Salary: Based on experience
Company Overview:
Founded in 1965, Mewbourne Oil Company is a leading privately held oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Tyler, Texas. With operations across the Permian and Anadarko Basins, the company has grown into one of the nation's largest and most stable independent E&P organizations. Mewbourne is recognized for its commitment to its people, operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable long-term growth.
Job Summary:
The Human Resource Representative will lead or assist with the daily functions of the Human Resource /Administrative department including interviewing and hiring staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
- Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications
- Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
- Attends and participates in 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
- Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments
- Occasional travel to branch offices is required
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn ADP Workforce Now
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
- At least three years of human resource generalist experience preferred