Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation
Human Resources Director
Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation, Smyrna, Delaware, United States, 19977
Job Summary
The Human Resources Director is responsible for administering, managing, and leading all aspects of the human resources functions within the organization. This is a hands-on role that requires a strategic leader with an extensive depth of expertise and knowledge in human resources who can independently handle the full spectrum of HR duties, including recruitment, employee relations, compliance, performance management, compensation, benefits, training, workforce development, and developing and implementing HR policies. The HR Director will play a key role in identifying innovative and efficient strategies to support and advance the overall business objectives and strategies.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Human Resources Certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, etc.) preferred but not required.
Minimum 5+ years of human resources management experience is required.
Essential Job Duties
Develop and implement the Human Resources Department to ensure that strategies are aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.
Provide strategic direction and leadership for all HR initiatives to ensure that HR practices are supporting business needs.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team on HR-related matters, offering insights on workforce planning, organizational structure, and talent management.
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job requisitions, job postings, resume screening, candidate interviews, and offer negotiations.
Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract top talent and build a diverse workforce.
Administer the onboarding process to ensure new hires are effectively integrated into the company.
Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture by proactively addressing employee concerns, mediating disputes, and providing conflict resolution.
Design and implement employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and recognition programs that promote employee satisfaction and retention.
Serve as a trusted resource for employees, providing guidance on company policies, procedures, and general HR inquiries.
Manage performance appraisal procedures, including goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews.
Guide managers and employees on performance improvement plans and corrective actions when necessary.
Identify training and development needs based on performance evaluations and provide recommendations for professional growth.
Administer and oversee the benefits program, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
Oversee compensation and benefits benchmarking to stay competitive and ensure equitable pay practices.
Monitor and ensure the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments in employment law and adjust company policies as needed to ensure ongoing compliance.
Evaluate the organization’s training needs and create development programs that enhance employee skills, foster leadership growth, and support career advancement, including initiatives such as college courses, workshops, seminars, and e-learning opportunities.
Manage HR documentation, including employee records, contracts, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions. Maintain the utmost discretion and confidentiality in dealing with employee records and business information.
Develop and maintain HR metrics dashboards to track and measure the effectiveness of HR programs (e.g., retention, engagement, performance, recruitment success).
Develop and implement initiatives that promote employee well-being and a safe working environment.
Support business transformations or growth initiatives by providing HR expertise in areas such as change management, succession planning, performance and talent management, productivity, and workforce planning.
Provide input to the President & CEO during the budget process; identify staffing and recruiting needs; develop and execute best practices for hiring, talent management, and workforce development.
Analyze and evaluate benefits needs and trends; provide recommended benefit program strategies to the President & CEO.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the President & CEO, supporting the organization’s overall business and HR objectives.
DEMEC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
On call
Work Location:
In person
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The Human Resources Director is responsible for administering, managing, and leading all aspects of the human resources functions within the organization. This is a hands-on role that requires a strategic leader with an extensive depth of expertise and knowledge in human resources who can independently handle the full spectrum of HR duties, including recruitment, employee relations, compliance, performance management, compensation, benefits, training, workforce development, and developing and implementing HR policies. The HR Director will play a key role in identifying innovative and efficient strategies to support and advance the overall business objectives and strategies.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Human Resources Certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, etc.) preferred but not required.
Minimum 5+ years of human resources management experience is required.
Essential Job Duties
Develop and implement the Human Resources Department to ensure that strategies are aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.
Provide strategic direction and leadership for all HR initiatives to ensure that HR practices are supporting business needs.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team on HR-related matters, offering insights on workforce planning, organizational structure, and talent management.
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job requisitions, job postings, resume screening, candidate interviews, and offer negotiations.
Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract top talent and build a diverse workforce.
Administer the onboarding process to ensure new hires are effectively integrated into the company.
Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture by proactively addressing employee concerns, mediating disputes, and providing conflict resolution.
Design and implement employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and recognition programs that promote employee satisfaction and retention.
Serve as a trusted resource for employees, providing guidance on company policies, procedures, and general HR inquiries.
Manage performance appraisal procedures, including goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews.
Guide managers and employees on performance improvement plans and corrective actions when necessary.
Identify training and development needs based on performance evaluations and provide recommendations for professional growth.
Administer and oversee the benefits program, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
Oversee compensation and benefits benchmarking to stay competitive and ensure equitable pay practices.
Monitor and ensure the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments in employment law and adjust company policies as needed to ensure ongoing compliance.
Evaluate the organization’s training needs and create development programs that enhance employee skills, foster leadership growth, and support career advancement, including initiatives such as college courses, workshops, seminars, and e-learning opportunities.
Manage HR documentation, including employee records, contracts, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions. Maintain the utmost discretion and confidentiality in dealing with employee records and business information.
Develop and maintain HR metrics dashboards to track and measure the effectiveness of HR programs (e.g., retention, engagement, performance, recruitment success).
Develop and implement initiatives that promote employee well-being and a safe working environment.
Support business transformations or growth initiatives by providing HR expertise in areas such as change management, succession planning, performance and talent management, productivity, and workforce planning.
Provide input to the President & CEO during the budget process; identify staffing and recruiting needs; develop and execute best practices for hiring, talent management, and workforce development.
Analyze and evaluate benefits needs and trends; provide recommended benefit program strategies to the President & CEO.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the President & CEO, supporting the organization’s overall business and HR objectives.
DEMEC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
On call
Work Location:
In person
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