This position is required to be onsite in the local office 3 days per week

Role of a People Partner/Human Resources Manager

Under limited general direction, supports business leaders by implementing human capital initiatives that align with local team goals and broader organizational objectives. Contributes to business success by applying sound people management practices and supporting workforce planning efforts led by senior leadership.

Essential Responsibilities

• Offers practical support and guidance to business leaders on people-related matters.
• Supports the execution of human capital initiatives to help align team-level practices with broader business objectives, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.
• Collaborates with leaders to understand local team needs and challenges, helping to implement People practices that support business priorities.
• Assists in rolling out talent management programs, including performance reviews, development planning, and other initiatives that support employee growth and retention.
• Supports workforce planning activities by tracking team-level data, identifying immediate skill gaps, and coordinating with People partners to address talent needs.
• Supports leaders and employees through change leadership initiatives by reinforcing communication, offering guidance, and helping to address concerns and transition needs.
• Contributes to organizational development activities by supporting engagement efforts and helping to implement team-level improvements in culture and performance.
• Helps implement engagement initiatives and shares employee feedback with senior People partners to support a motivated and committed workforce.
• Supports the administration of performance management processes, ensuring that goals are tracked and feedback is delivered consistently.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 4 years related management experience in human resources preferred.
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• HR related certification preferred.
• Technical and professional principles, practices, laws, applications and programs in position related area including expert knowledge of a human resources theory and practice. Knowledge of JD Edwards, or other HRIS systems.
• Ability to leverage strong business acumen and strategic thinking to drive informed decision-making and organizational success.
• Experience in fostering strong relationships with a people-first approach through effective communication and emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrated agility in adapting to changing priorities and solving complex problems with creativity and efficiency.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data and key metrics to uncover insights, guide strategy, and measure performance.

Recology Offers

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

Recology Benefits May Include

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.