What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Business Partner position at Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale?
The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) provides a competitive edge to Massachusetts municipal utilities by planning, developing and managing energy resources in an evolving marketplace that demands high levels of innovation and expertise. We remain dedicated to delivering low-cost, low-carbon and reliable electricity to municipal utility customers.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Human Resources Business Partner to join our team. This role will involve administering human resources programs addressing employment-related matters, ensuring compliance with all company policies, and proactively identifying solutions to changes in regulations or workplace activities.
Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of the employee lifecycle from onboarding to retirement
- Oversee recruiting processes and partner with hiring managers on recruiting strategies
- Administer MMWEC's health and wellness programs, employee leaves, Worker's Compensation, and other workplace-related programs
- Provide day-to-day HR support to all employees
- Develop, implement, and administer HR programs aligned with overall business strategy
- Maintain, develop, and ensure compliance with company policies
- Monitor and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, employment laws and employee relations
- Coordinate and provide mandatory training on workplace practices
- Support current and future business needs through development, engagement, motivation, and preservation of the employee population
- Handle employee performance management, including annual appraisals and salary increases
- Develop and provide continuous training opportunities for employees
- Maintain accurate HR records and systems
- Engage with employees to understand and improve engagement levels
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 5 years of job-related experience
- Generalist knowledge of Human Resources functions and laws
- Specific knowledge of policies and procedures relating to key responsibilities
- A working knowledge of Employee Relations law
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, work independently, and establish effective work relationships at all levels of the organization
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills with all levels of employees
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- A proactive approach to identifying and solving HR-related issues
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits with low employee cost from day one
- Retirement savings plan with a 6% company contribution and up to an additional 3% company match
- Earned vacation time, sick time, and 11 paid holidays
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
