Director Of Human Resources And Corporate Services

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Director of Corporate Services

Department: Corporate Services

Reports To: Chief Legal Officer

Position Type: Exempt

Supervises: Benefits Administrator and Safety and Loss Control Manager

Effective: August 2023
Purpose of Position:
The Director of Corporate Services develops strategy, and supports SKRECC’s Mission, Vision, and Strategic Goals and Initiatives. The Director collaborates with all managers and the executive team to assist with strategic planning and to promote a culture of health and safety for employees. This position leads the corporate services group, which includes human resources and safety.

Purpose includes: to plan, organize, and manage the human resources support services through the implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures, employee training and development programs, salary administration, benefits, workers compensation, and employee relation programs; to ensure compliance with EEO/AAP programs, other statutory labor laws, and OSHA filings; to provide training programs; and to manage applicable insurance programs. Also, to direct the Safety Manager, related to the cooperative’s safety program and record keeping, including but not limited to training and compliance with our APPA safety manual.
Minimum Job Specifications:
These specifications are not intended to cover all aspects of the position as the scope and duties may change or be altered based on the business needs of the cooperative. The following requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

• Union experience preferred.
• Requires excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, organization, and planning skills.
• Prefers at least five years direct experience in human resources with proven expertise in managing Human resources’ functions, as well as safety functions.
• Requires demonstrable knowledge in all general human resources policies and procedures, salary and benefit administration, training, employment, and employee relations.
• Requires proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel Power Point, and Publisher.
• Requires the ability to pass a drug screen; and obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to learn and promote the APPA safety manual and support the Safety and Loss Control Manager in their goals to promote a safe workplace for all employees.
• Requires bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or an appropriately related field from an accredited university (experience and education may be combined); PHR or SHRM Certification required.
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience. Experience in the electric utility industry is desirable.

Working Conditions:
General office conditions with some business travel; requires flexibility to devote irregular and additional hours to business meetings and during emergency situations. Both inside general office conditions and outside environmental exposure. Varied work hours in accordance with assigned schedule. Require the physical ability in stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, defined light work. Visual acuity required (a) and (c). Exposure to outside environmental conditions occurs on a frequent basis. WORKING CONDITIONS are detailed on the ADA Incumbent Worksheet. Must live within 30 minutes of the Cooperatives Headquarters (as measured by Google Maps).
Working Relationships:
Internal: Advise and consult with the President/CEO on human resources activity and safety; inform the President/CEO of programs, plans, procedures, and obtain the mandatory approvals, information, and direction. Provide direction and training opportunities to support employee development and growth, professionally and personally, as it relates to the cooperative’s goals and initiatives.

External: Effectively interacts with consultants, vendors, retirees, and governmental agencies for applicable technical and human resource assistance. Demonstrates an awareness that the job exists to effectively serve each and every member, and at every opportunity to achieve increased member and public understanding for support of the cooperative.
Essential Duties:
The Director of Corporate Services:

• Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal laws.
• Accurately administers EEO and VET Reports. Administers and monitors the Affirmative Action Plan. Ensures accurate tabulation of employment data for the timely and accurate EEO and VET Reports responses. * Ensures the Affirmative Action Plan is updated on an annual basis with realistic goals and appropriate information disseminated to management.
• Ensures all applicant screening to evaluate the quality of the candidate.
• Ensures systematic logging, record keeping and responses for all applicants and resumes.
• Manages the entire employment recruiting and employment function. Initiates postings and advertisements for available positions in appropriate venues.
• Issues offer letters with appropriate information to be considered.
• Ensures that appropriate reference checks, post-offer, pre-employment drug screens are completed.
• Coordinates all phases of recruiting, interview, integration, and selection of candidates.
• Ensures the administration and adherence to all applicable employee related policies and procedures.
• Conducts and coordinates orientation for new employees.
• Trains interviewers and provides support in the hiring process.
• Effectively conducts exit interviews with terminated employees.

• Ensures accurate records and responsibilities as it relates to the workers compensation program, which includes but not limited to, claims, return to work, liaison for the cooperative TPA.
• Manages record keeping system of employee training.
• Effectively develops, supervises, and implements employee training and safety in coordination with the Safety and Loss Control Manager. Effectively conducts needs assessments for determining program development.
• Develops effective initiatives to promote wellness and safety as a priority.
• Establishes program-learning objectives; ensures all components of training design are maintained during each training session.
• Reviews current training programs to determine results and trends in adherence to policies and procedures, maintenance of programs and practices, and overall effectiveness of programs.
• Maintains accurate employee participation and evaluation records during training programs.
• Conducts EEO and employee relations investigations, as deemed necessary. Assist with the enhancement of high employee morale. * Ensures confidentiality of all Human resources record keeping and employment activity.
• Assists in administration of all aspects of Worker’s Compensation, OSHA, and DOT regulations.

• Ensures all wage and salary transactions are in accordance with established policy guidelines.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge. Serve employees through community and cooperative employee programs. Manage and serve as employee Activities Committee Chair. * Manages human resources related communications to retirees in coordination with the executive office.
• Ensures and facilitates performance evaluations are completed to cooperative standards.
• Conduct wage surveys within the market to determine competitive wage rates.
• Administer all of the responsibilities as it relates to retirement including reporting, seminars, and required documents.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with legal advisors.
• Provide guidance and counsel to management/employees regarding issues and concerns.
• Manages the cooperative’s corporate insurance programs (employee benefits and corporate liability) and contracts, including but not limited to, negotiation, review, bidding, recommendation, and liaison with carriers.
• Effectively manages the wage/salary, retirement, 401k programs, and administers the cooperative insurance programs. Ensures compliance with all statutory requirements; local, state, and federal.
• Maintain salary histories for individual employees and positions.
• Review job descriptions and assign job grading, as positions require.
• Ensures all investigations are conducted promptly and are consistent with the cooperative’s policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulations.

• Review current professional and industry publications.
• Conduct surveys with other cooperatives, staying abreast of industry trends.
• RC Credit Union representative to all employees.
• Serve as officer of the Cyber Security Committee.
• Works with staff to set realistic annual goals.
• Ensures fair and consistent treatment of departmental employees.
• Attend professional and educational workshops.
• Maintain accurate records for KAEC directory.
• Develops budgets for Corporate Services, Safety, and Benefits (including wellness). Coordinates budgeting efforts with appropriate staff. * Regularly review requests and expenditures so as not to exceed established departmental budgets.
• Participate in professional societies such as SHRM, local HR Chapters, and cooperative safety related societies.
• Selects, trains, and develops a subordinate staff. Identifies staff training needs and recommends training sources.
• Serve on committee for apprentice review.
• Analyzes daily workload and schedules.

Key Competencies

• Job Effectiveness
• Disaster Duties and Service Restoration
• Safety Awareness
• Interpersonal Skills
• Self-Development/Technical Knowledge and Skills
• Decision Making
• Work Quality

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Somerset, KY 42501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)

Work Location: In person