STATUS : Exempt, regular full-time
DEPARTMENT : Human Resources
LOCATION : Goleta, CA
Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility : Provides specialized support in the areas of employee relations, recruitment and staffing, employee training and development, and employee recognition.
Formulate partnerships to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the Bank.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities : With or without reasonable accommodation must be able to perform all essential job functions as described below.
- Responsible for employee relations ensuring objectivity, fair and equitable treatment of all employees with consistent practices of administering human resources policies and procedures.
- Initiate recruiting process to include job postings, application review, interview screening and scheduling, offer letters and background checks.
Coordinate pre-employment on-boarding activities.
- Coordinates employee recognition activities, including oversight of the Elevate Team, Awardco, quarterly employee appreciation events and employee activities.
- Mentors and advises managers regarding staffing, performance management, career pathing, training needs and supervisory development.
- Assist with the set-up and maintenance of the computer based training system, including evaluation of recurring curriculums and scheduling of ad-hoc training classes.
- Assist with annual salary surveys.
- Conduct research on various HR-related topics and prepare reports that include findings and recommendations.
- Assists employees with HR leave management by being the liaison with the employee.
Minimum Qualifications to Perform Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
- Knowledge of standard HR practices, concepts and terminology.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state employment and wage & hour laws.
- Aptitude for detail and organization.
- Professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with personal computers and related software applications.
- Knowledge of recruiting practices, resources and regulatory concerns.
- Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to changing priorities.
- Professional demeanor and speaking skills.
- Ability to achieve and maintain required licenses, registrations or certifications.
- Computer proficiency, including internet browsers and Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Ability to perform essential job functions under minimal supervision.
- Proficiency at speaking, reading and writing English.
Experience and / or Education :
- Four-year degree with a major in Business or Human Resources, or equivalent training and experience.
- One year of experience performing moderately complex human resources related tasks, preferred.
- Possession of HR certification from SHRM or HRCI, preferred.
Travel / Physical Demands
Ability to travel to client and business event locations (driving requires continuous possession of a valid driver's license and the minimum level of auto insurance).
Excellent benefits package for eligible employees and their families. Competitive salary BOE in the range of $77,000 - $113,000 Annually.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.