GROW WITH US

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

• Giving Back to our communities.
• Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
• Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
• Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Human Resources Manager

This position is located in South Seattle/Georgetown area and will need to be onsite during the week to build relationships with supervisors, managers and the employees.

THE ROLE

Under limited general direction, plans and carries out policies and procedures relating to all phases of Human Resources activities within assigned area. Regularly provides guidance and acts as a lead on HR related projects, programs or to other employees who are not subordinates.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

• Ensures Company's Recruiting Guidelines are followed. May recruit, interview, and make recommendations for selection of potential employees. Consults with hiring manager regarding new hire compensation package. Networks through industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups, and employees to create a qualified passive candidate pool.
• Provides supervision to human resource team members.
• Works with managers in addressing issues related to employee performance and conduct. Counsels employees and managers to facilitate complaint adjudication.
• Consults with managers in guiding internal investigations in areas such as harassment, discrimination, or workplace violence. Conducts investigations as necessary.
• Consults with local management on various topics such as organizational structure and strategic planning matters (retention, diversity, labor relations, etc.).
• Manages leaves of absences including letters and notifications in compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Works with managers on ADA issues and considerations.
• Understands and ensures compliance with collective bargaining agreements. Attends grievance and arbitration proceedings as necessary.
• Provides oversight of local personnel to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, laws, and Company policies as they relate to Human Resources function. May include conducting self-audits.
• Consults with management to develop job descriptions for new positions. Consults with managers regarding salary adjustment recommendations. Provides guidance as needed to managers in the performance appraisal process. Assists in merit increase determinations and administration.
• Assists managers in assessing employee training and professional development needs. Identifies and obtains resources as applicable.
• Consults with managers prior to involuntary terminations. Represents Company at hearings. Conducts and analyzes exit interviews and recommends changes as appropriate.
• Maintains familiarity with the Company's Affirmative Action Plan. Monitors the Company's progress relative to its Affirmative Action Plan. Informs and trains supervisors of Company's obligations and goals. Ensures adequate records are maintained. Facilitates communication of Plan to appropriate outside parties. Handles compliance audits.
• Prepares special reports and performs analyses, as directed. May perform data entry in HRIS.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• Six years of related human resources and management experience.
• Technical and professional principles, practices, laws, applications and programs in human resources including expert knowledge of human resources theory and practice.
• Current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
• Supervisory techniques, resource allocation, planning and budgeting.
• Experience in supporting a diverse workforce.
• Experience in speaking and writing in Spanish preferred.
• Computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite of applications and using data to inform and set priorities and identify challenges/opportunities. Knowledge of HRIS functionalities.
• HR related certification preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.
• Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.
• Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.
• Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.
• Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.
• Promotes collaboration and assists others with their initiatives and efforts.
• Motivates and empowers others to achieve objectives and to develop a culture where employees feel ownership in what they do.
• Attracts, develops and retains good people; allows opportunities for self and others to reach their full potential; builds and shares knowledge and expertise.
• Listens to and builds customer relationships; increases customer satisfaction and ensures commitments are met.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.