About Us:

East Point Energy is a development firm focused on the origination, construction, and operation of energy storage projects. Our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country, helping to transform the grid into a renewable, resilient, and affordable system for generations to come. East Point is a wholly owned subsidiary of Equinor, a broad international energy company committed to long-term value creation in a low-carbon future.

East Point’s nimble team is comprised of hard-working, strategic problem solvers who are passionate about sustainability. We are technology and contractor agnostic, allowing us to find the best solution for each project. The firm’s executive team founded East Point in 2018, bringing decades of combined energy development experience and over 1.8 gigawatts of solar, wind, and energy storage projects currently in operation across the United States. Success for East Point is measured by delivering affordable energy storage solutions that benefit the grid, communities, and our environment.

East Point is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they feel they are fully qualified in every way. We also know that sometimes the best candidates do not check every box. If you are interested in learning more, we would love to hear from you.

Title: HR Specialist/Manager

The HR Specialist/Manager is responsible for coordinating all administrative activities related to an organization’s personnel. The role will carry out responsibilities including but not limited to the following areas: staffing (hiring, onboarding, and offboarding), employee relations, benefits, training, performance management, safety, and compliance. This role carries out administrative work involving the human resources functions and maintains related records; while also developing and improving policies, programs, and procedures to improve the effectiveness of HR and Administration. The position will report directly to the VP of Talent & Administration, also working closely with the company’s Marketing & Office Manager. The level of the role (between Specialist and Manager) will depend on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Managing existing employee benefits administration, as well as researching and making recommendations around new benefits or shifts in programs
• Assist in the talent acquisition and recruitment processes, including but not limited to the drafting and posting of job descriptions, coordinating and facilitating the interview process, initial screening of applicants, checking references, and communication with applicants
• Managing the onboarding and offboarding of employees, including new employee documentation, coordinating new employee orientation, and conducting exit interviews
• Managing the development and implementation of HR policies that serve to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace
• Undertaking tasks around performance management, including but not limited to organizing and helping to facilitate employee performance reviews (new hire & annual), and the individual goal (OKR) process
• Addressing personnel matters as necessary, including creating and facilitating performance improvement plans; fielding, investigating, and addressing HR-related complaints and concerns, fielding and facilitating leave requests, etc.
• Maintaining employee files and records in electronic and paper form
• Ensuring compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and updating policies and procedures when necessary
• Managing and updating HR Tools as needed (including BambooHR, Lattice, Employee Handbook, etc)
• Acting as a liaison with the parent company regarding HR requirements and related matters
• Managing the Summer Associate & Internship Program, including recruiting, hiring, and coordinating the overall programs
• Supporting day-to-day office administration as needed, in coordination with the Marketing & Office Manager and the VP of Talent & Administration
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

Skills:

• Understanding of general HR policies and procedures, as well as best practices
• Strong knowledge of employment/labor laws
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage a diverse workload
• Strong organizational and task management skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Ability to effectively engage with all team members, as well as with outside parties
• Proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience using the HR platforms BambooHR and Lattice, a plus

Characteristics of an ideal candidate:

• Passion for energy development and the environment
• Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
• Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
• Team player and leader, proactive attitude
• Organized, attention to detail
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
• Integrity and accountability

Education & Experience:

• 4-year university degree, BS or BA or equivalent, relevant professional experience
• 4 years of relevant experience preferred, candidates with less relevant experience still considered

• Additional HR training and certification is a plus

• Valid driver’s license

Travel & Time Commitment:

• Limited travel related to company retreats, possibly industry conferences and deliveries
• This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST. The demands of projects may require work outside of these times.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends

Location:

East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA

This job description is not inclusive of all requirements of the position. Employees will perform any other duties as may be required by their manager.