Spire is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner in our Birmingham (AL) location, to support functions in Alabama and Missouri. This position is responsible for consulting with regional leaders and providing guidance and support to the business across all areas of Human Resources.
Qualified candidates must bring the following experience and skills to be considered:
- a Bachelor's degree AND 5+ years' experience in an HR Business Partner role
- demonstrated experience critically thinking through complex workforce situations
- experience driving change through business groups
- experience with strategic HR, including succession planning, leadership development, etc.
- be an effective communicator, adept at managing and prioritizing follow-up
Duties and Responsibilities
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Function as an internal consultant to management and others by helping them identify and resolve issues, encouraging excellent management practices, anticipating internal organization issues, proposing solutions, and understanding/representing the employee perspective
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Drive an inclusive culture throughout the organization using data, metrics, and industry best practice
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Provide HR guidance and support to the business across a breadth of areas, including talent management, employee development, performance management, change management, and employee relations
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Support the EEO and Affirmative Action initiatives, assuring that training, communications, and policies are in place and functioning those address areas of under-utilization and ensure compliance with corporate objectives
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Facilitate talent reviews and succession planning discussions and work with the business to ensure plans are actively put into practice
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Assist with labor relations initiatives, assuring compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and NLRB legislation, including contract preparation, negotiations, and interpretation
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Investigate claims of discrimination and harassment and serve as a resource for employees with related questions and concerns
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Keep abreast of current HR legislation and trends and assist in the updating of programs as required
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All other duties as assigned
Essential Characteristics and Competencies
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Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communications, adaptability, initiative, problem-solving, and quality
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Ability to lead by example in support of the company's essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual's unique skills and perspectives
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
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Ability to adapt to a fast-moving and changing culture
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Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
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Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order to meet individual goals and deadlines
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Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Required Education (certifications, licenses)
Bachelor's degree REQUIRED
SPHR/PHR Certification a plus
Required knowledge, skill and abilities
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MINIMUM five (5) years of HR Business Partner experience REQUIRED
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Demonstrated experience critically thinking through complex workforce situations
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Experience driving change through business groups
- Experience with strategic HR, including succession planning, leadership development, etc.
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Experience supporting a unionized workforce preferred
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Experience supporting a geographically-dispersed workforce preferred
Physical demands, environment and schedule
Work is normally performed in a shared office environment
Ability to travel up to 10-20%
Spire Inc.
Alabama United States
www.spireenergy.com/
