Human Resources Manager

Summary: The Human Resources Manager develops guides and manages the overall function of Human Resources services policies and programs for the company. One key objective will be the recruiting and development of personnel to staff a 25 million pound per year ISR facility for Stage I and a 125 million facility for Stage III. The HR Manager will be responsible for all compensation and benefits programs employee relations and legal compliance for the Company.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Manages recruitment interviews tests and selection of employees to fill vacant positions.

Writes directives advising department managers of Company policy regarding equal employment opportunities compensation and employee benefits.

Consult legal counsel to ensure that policies comply with federal and state law.

Manages the development and maintenance of a human resources system that meets the organization’s needs.

Oversees the analysis maintenance and communication of records required by law or other departments in the organization.

Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies procedures and reporting are in compliance.

Writes and delivers presentations to corporate officers managers or government officials regarding human resources policies and practices.

Manages new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude toward Company goals.

Manages record keeping of benefits plan participation such as insurance and pension plans personnel transactions such as hires promotions transfers performance reviews and terminations and employee statistics.

Coordinates management training in interviewing hiring terminations promotions performance review safety and sexual harassment.

Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.

Responds to inquiries regarding policies procedures and programs.

Administers performance review program to ensure effectiveness compliance and equity within the organization. Administers salary administration program to ensure compliance and equity within the organization.

Administers benefits programs such as life health and dental insurance retirement plans vacation sick leave leave of absence and employee assistance.

Conducts wage surveys/reports within the labor market to determine competitive compensation plans.

Prepares and manages human resources budget.

Manages employee separation notices and related documentation and exit interview process.

Prepares reports and recommends procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover.

Represents the organization at personnelrelated hearings and investigations.

Manages outside suppliers to provide employee services such as benefits administration temporary employees search firms or relocation services.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business human resources law or other applicable field

Law degree or advanced postsecondary education a plus

1015 years of previous experience working in a human resource position is a MUST

Previous mine experience a MUST

Human Resources certifications are a plus

Additional Requirements:

Good verbal and writing skills including the ability to read write and speak English

Strong analytical and computer skills including Word Excel and Outlook PowerPoint

Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines

Strong time management and organizational skills

Must have the ability to work in a team environment

Knowledge of laws and regulations in the mining industry