Generalist, Human Resources – Citywalk (Employee Relations Experience)

Universal Orlando Resort believes in-person collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity, contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per week. Some remote opportunities are available within specific departments. There are also roles that require being on-site full time. You’ll learn more about this during the application process.

JOB SUMMARY: Provides HR counsel and support to Supervisors/Managers and hourly Team Members, with heavy emphasis on maintaining positive employee relations. Supports the execution of human resources activities related to reporting, communication, analysis, placement, and training for assigned client group(s). Serves as a liaison with other HR departments including Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Organizational Development, Payroll and Benefits, Team Member Services, Compensation and Open Door to manage and resolve issues as well as assist with HR process coordination. Represents self as ‘face of HR’ to Team Members in operational areas.

Position will be on-site

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages & monitors annual HR processes and special project initiatives and follows-up as needed. This includes but is not limited to: Wardrobe Home Care program, Open Door Plus Appeals, attending EIL, Town Hall events, TSAT meetings, HR Roundtable presentations, Peer Review preparation, Position Management reviews, work authorization expiration notifications, No Pay Report follow-up, Average Hours report, job descriptions, , talent review, staffing assistance for job fairs, and XTRAS initiatives.
• Provides advice and consultation for front-line hourly Team Members regarding benefits, payroll questions, policy interpretations, and EAP issues. Provides direction for internal transfer and career path direction including on-boarding plans, Intern programs, seasonal supervisor offers, and related follow-up paperwork
• Attends a variety of special project, operational and HR staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides support to Team Members by interacting and communicating with guests and Team Members in the parks, visiting break rooms and Lead offices to promote positive relations and seek out potential issues.
• Consults with managers and supervisors regarding Team Member discipline and performance issues. Investigates workplace situations, including claims of harassment, discrimination, and policy violations. Supports decision making related to terminations and other forms of discipline. Ensures that corrective Team Member coaching and counseling are handled in a fair and consistent manner
• Supports the process involved in reviewing Performance Reviews, Team Member Counseling, and Performance plans. Ensures that any written communication directed to Team Members is legal, fair, consistent, in line with Universal Orlando’s values, and follows the progressive discipline policy. Provides input and drives dialogue regarding Team Member Reasonable Accommodation requests/decisions.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Management, or related field required

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years Human Resources experience in a large-scale fast paced HR environment preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of employee relations, staffing and payroll required.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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