People Specialist- Talent Division

Metro One LPSG is the U.S. leader in providing dedicated security and loss prevention services to national clients. As a rapidly growing organization, we are transforming the contract security industry by focusing on delivering top-tier services to our clients while ensuring a "best in class" employee experience. We are seeking talented, committed, and determined individuals to join our dynamic team and help us continue our mission of excellence in security and loss prevention.

The People Specialist will be responsible for full life cycle recruiting and operations in key markets. This will be a hands-on role responsible for full cycle recruiting, employee engagement, and assisting with training. In addition, the People Specialist will also support performance management and site visits when needed. 

Responsibilities Include:

Recruitment:

• Sourcing Candidates: Identify and attract qualified candidates through various channels such as job boards, recruitment agencies, social media platforms, and networking.
• Interviewing: Conduct interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, skills, experience, and cultural fit within the organization.
• Placing New Employees: Finalize hiring decisions and manage the transition of new employees into the company, ensuring they are integrated smoothly into their roles.

 Onboarding:

• Orientation: Plan and organize company introductions, job-specific training, and provide the necessary resources for new hires to succeed in their roles.
• New Employee Development: Develop programs to assist new employees in ramping up their skills and understanding the company's culture and values.

Performance Management:

• Performance Reviews: Regularly evaluate employee performance, provide feedback, identify opportunities for growth, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and expectations.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Track and monitor employee performance metrics, including productivity, quality, and other relevant indicators to assess employee success.

Policy Enforcement:

• Compliance: Ensure that all company policies and practices comply with relevant legal regulations, including labor laws, workplace safety standards, and industry-specific guidelines.
• Policy Updates: Continuously review and update company policies to reflect changes in laws and industry best practices, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Employee Relations:

• Conflict Resolution: Address and mediate interpersonal conflicts or issues between employees or between employees and management to maintain a harmonious work environment.
• Guiding Dialogue: Facilitate effective communication to resolve misunderstandings, enhance teamwork, and improve overall workplace dynamics.
• New Rules or Policies: Communicate and enforce new policies, including remote work policies, changes in benefits, or other organizational shifts that may impact the workforce.

Employee Experience:

• Employee Engagement: Foster a positive and supportive work environment by acting as a liaison between employees, management, and executives, ensuring employee satisfaction and well-being.
• Feedback Mechanisms: Collect and analyze employee feedback to drive improvements in workplace culture, engagement, and retention strategies.

Compliance:

• Legal Updates: Stay up-to-date with changes in labor laws, such as wage regulations and anti-discrimination policies, and communicate relevant changes to employees.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and address potential compliance issues, ensuring the company minimizes legal risks and remains in good standing with regulatory bodies.

 Field Visit Activities:

• Multi-Site Organizations: Conduct regular site visits to various company locations, ensuring adherence to company policies, providing training and support, and fostering cross-location relationships.
• Recruitment Events: Represent the organization at job fairs, campus recruitment events, and community outreach programs to directly source new talent and build a strong talent pipeline.

Ideal Candidate: 

• Must be professional, trustworthy, have a high sense of integrity, be customer-centric, results-driven and be agile and open to change.
• Ability to work independently in an office environment and produce sustainable results with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of applicant tracking and HRIS systems (Kronos/UKG Ready will be especially helpful) and PC skills in MS Office applications- training will also be provided
• A proven career history, with no more than three jobs in the last six years.
• Must be available to travel.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Must be able to successfully complete a drug and thorough background check