Personnel Development Specialist

Job Title: Personnel Development Specialist

Location: CMC

Department: Human Resources (HR) / Personnel Development

Reports To: Personnel Development Director

Employment Type: Full-Time

Company Overview:

Creative Modular Construction (CMC) is a fast-growing leader in the modular building industry. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and streamlined processes, we manufacture and deliver high-performance modular structures across the country. As we continue to scale, we're looking for an HR Generalist/Specialist to support our Personnel Development/HR operations and help us recruit, retain, and develop our workforce.

Position Summary:

The Personnel Development Specialist will support the HR department by performing various human resources functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance. The ideal candidate will embody our Core Values—Creative, Honorable, Respectful, Innovative, Synergistic, and Total Ownership—to foster a positive, inclusive work environment that aligns with our company’s vision and mission.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Develop creative job descriptions, post job openings, and manage the hiring process from candidate selection to onboarding.

• Conduct interviews, screen applications, and coordinate pre-employment assessments with respect and professionalism.

• Facilitate onboarding to ensure new hires understand company values, benefits, and role expectations.

2. Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and benefits, promoting respect and open communication.

• Mediate and resolve conflicts among employees and between employees and management in a fair, honorable, and timely manner.

• Actively foster a positive and synergistic work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

3. Performance Management

• Assist managers with employee performance reviews, goal-setting, and development plans that encourage creativity and ownership.

• Support consistent and constructive feedback, emphasizing accountability and transparency.

• Promote career growth and development opportunities that align with our values.

4. Benefits & Compensation

• Manage and administer employee benefits programs with respect and integrity, ensuring clear communication and responsiveness to employees’ needs.

• Coordinate with payroll to ensure total ownership of accurate, timely compensation.

• Address questions and concerns about benefits, helping employees understand and maximize resources available to them.

5. Training & Development

• Identify and develop training programs to foster creativity, innovation, and teamwork, addressing the evolving needs of the organization.

• Partner with department heads to design role-specific training that supports skill development and total ownership.

• Track and assess the effectiveness of training programs to promote continuous improvement.

6. Compliance & Record-Keeping

• Maintain employee records in an organized, compliant manner, demonstrating total ownership of accuracy and accessibility.

• Ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and health and safety regulations, reflecting honor and respect for the legal standards and employee rights.

• Conduct audits to uphold consistent and fair practices across the organization.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• Experience: 2 years in an HR generalist or specialist role, with experience in recruitment, employee relations, and benefits administration.

• Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, grounded in respect and empathy.

• Integrity in handling confidential information.

• Proficiency in various HR software and Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Forms, etc.).

 • Familiarity with federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.

Core Competencies and Values:

• Creative: Brings fresh ideas and approaches to HR challenges and opportunities.

• Honorable: Upholds a high standard of integrity, fairness, and ethical behavior.

• Respectful: Maintains a respectful and inclusive approach to all employees and situations.

• Innovative: Drives continuous improvement in HR processes and employee experience.

• Synergistic: Encourages and facilitates teamwork, collaboration, and open communication.

• Total Ownership: Demonstrates accountability and commitment to HR responsibilities, ensuring reliability and excellence.

What We Offer:

 • Competitive salary and benefits package

 • Professional development and growth opportunities

 • A collaborative, values-driven work environment that promotes creativity, respect, and synergy