Labor Relations Specialist Job at COGENT Infotech, Niagara Falls, NY

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  • COGENT Infotech
  • Niagara Falls, NY

Job Description

Project Overview

We are seeking dynamic and versatile contingent workers to join our HR department for a period up to 24 months. In this role, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the day-to-day operations of our HR team, contributing to various projects and tasks critical to our success while our team is engaged in an HR transformation project. Experience with SAP and SuccessFactors is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain comprehensive HR experience within a supportive environment.

Job Functions & Responsibilities:

· First point of contact for employees regarding all HR issues and advise management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.

· Work closely with Labor Relations Leadership and HR Business Partner/HR Site Lead on escalated employee relations matters.

· Partner with management to recruit, interview, and select employees to fill vacant positions. Support recruitment efforts by posting roles, scheduling interviews, and processing applications and background checks. Assist candidates with their job applications and field general inquiries.

· Advise managers on interviewing practices, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance reviews, and other related human resource issues.

· Prepare offer letters, additional employee related documentation and ensures that employee information is updated in SAP correctly in a timely manner.

· Conduct new hire orientation and onboarding of new employees.

· Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to benefits, leaves; workers compensation claims, disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance management; productivity, and recognition.

· Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment

· Ensure legal compliance with relation to HR. This includes any reporting that is required.

· Update and process employee changes through our HRIS system.

· Coordinate internal meetings, employee events, and special projects.

Skills Required:

·Ability to learn the IBEW contract and Labor protocol.

·Ability to work with both IBEW and salaried employees on a daily basis and to maintain confidential information and files.

·Ability to learn the various medical plans (both salaried and IBEW) and supplemental plans offered to employees.

·Must maintain confidentiality and approach all matters with professionalism.

·Flexibility in the prioritization of a continually changing workload.

·Must be self-starter and able to multi-task to completion.

·Exceptional communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive and difficult conversations with employees.

·Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) SAP, Worker's Compensation software and email/internet usage.

Education & Certifications

·Bachelor's Degree required. Human Resource Management or Business Administration discipline preferred;

·Minimum 2 years of experience in an HR generalist role preferred.

·Experience in the electric utility industry and/or a Union environment is preferred

· PHR / SPHR is preferred

Job Tags

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