Human Resources Manager / Peoria, Illinois / $70,000 - $90,000 Annually

ELM Utility Services, with a team of over 1,300 employees nationwide, is looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to join our rapidly growing team! ELM Utility Services performs underground utility locating, leak detection, and damage prevention services. This is a great opportunity to build a career with one of the largest and most respected companies in the utility locating industry.

 This position will report directly to the Vice President of Human Resources. The primary focus of this role will be to work closely with operations management to provide support such as communications and training for policies and procedures, handle various functions such as reporting, audits, testing, internal investigations, assist with monitoring employment law changes, and provide support to the payroll department. This individual will also be assisting with items related to all areas of human resources including, but not limited to recruitment and onboarding, benefits administration, 401(k) administration, employee performance, workers ‘compensation, unemployment, and offboarding. This position is full-time, M-F from 8 am to 5 pm in our corporate office located in Peoria, Illinois. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with management to ensure that HR initiatives, policies, and programs support organizational goals

• Analyze and monitor HR metrics and data to identify trends and provide insights to the leadership team

• Update and maintain employment records including payroll data 

• Work closely with payroll to complete 401(k) deferral and loan uploads  to our 401(k) financial institution

• Manage the execution of strategic HR projects, policies, and procedures. This will include working closely with management and employees to provide guidance on these policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency. 

• Help facilitate system migrations and implement new digital processes in efforts to improve efficiency, performance, and maintain compliance. This will require close coordination with both the VP of Human Resources and our technology department.

• Respond to escalated requests/questions/concerns and conduct thorough investigations to resolve issues
• Assist with requests such as employment verifications, wage garnishments, and unemployment claim responses and hearing calls
• Assist with maintaining PHMSA DOT compliance and completing requirements such as audits and requests for information
• Anticipate and recognize potential problems while effectively conveying these concerns

General Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in human resources with at least 2 years of experience in a senior-level role 

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or business-related studies and/or HR certification such as the PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 programs such as SharePoint, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Proficiency with Excel formulas including the VLOOKUP function

• Thorough understanding of employment laws and general human resources business practices

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and maintaining confidentiality are crucial for this role
• Demonstrating excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Must be able to adapt and embrace change 
• Great communication skills and follow through

Our Total Rewards Package:

In addition to ensuring that you have all necessary training and support you need in order to perform your job well.  ELM is a great place to build your career home, as most of our management and executive team have been promoted from within the organization and have built long-term careers within the organization. In addition to professional development and advancement opportunities, we also offer excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Here is just some of what we have to offer:

• Company-paid life insurance

• Optional benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Teladoc program, Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account, Voluntary Life, and Disability coverage

• 401(k) Plan

• Annual Reviews with potential for increases

• Continuing Education Program

• Accrued Paid Time Off for sick and vacation purposes

• 6 paid holidays per year
• Bonuses for milestone anniversaries 

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