Human Resources Partner
Kimley-Horn
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Job Description
Overview
Join one of Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For"! Kimley-Horn is seeking a Human Resources Partner to join our amazing Regional HR team.
This Human Resources Partner opportunity is an office-based role located in our Chicago West office at 4201 Winfield Road, Suite 600, Warrenville, Illinois (IL) 60555.
Responsibilities
- Propose solutions and engage partners in the areas of retention efforts, general employee relations support, performance management, terminations, teambuilding, complaint/conflict resolution, and career development
- Conduct new hire orientations and lead the integration planning for new hires at all levels
- Serve as a benefits point-of-contact by responding to questions and educating employees on company benefit programs
- Manage leaves of absence, including FMLA and workers’ compensation
- Develop and facilitate multiple training programs
- Manage special projects that have region-wide and/or company-wide impact
Qualifications
- 4+ years of related experience including employee relations experience
- Bachelors (or Masters degree) in Human Resources or related field
- Day travel is required to support the needs of the region, approximately 20%; overnight travel required occasionally
- Knowledge of federal and state labor and employment law
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and HRIS systems
- Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, presentation, and relationship building
- Excellent organization and follow-through skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with limited daily supervision
- Ability and desire to work collaboratively with team members within the region, as well as across the firm, to meet goals
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide excellent internal and external client service
- PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP strongly preferred
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Key skills/competency
- Employee Relations
- Performance Management
- HRIS Systems
- Labor Law
- Training Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Benefits Administration
- Confidentiality
- Interpersonal Skills
- Project Management
How to Get Hired at Kimley-Horn
- Research Kimley-Horn's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to understand why they are a "100 Best Companies to Work For."
- Tailor your resume for HR expertise: Highlight your 4+ years of employee relations, performance management, and labor law experience, customizing it for the Human Resources Partner role.
- Showcase your communication skills: Prepare examples demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, presentation abilities, and how you build relationships, crucial for an HR Partner.
- Emphasize project management and compliance: Be ready to discuss your experience managing HR projects, leaves of absence, and ensuring compliance with federal and state labor laws.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Frame your experiences around collaboration, problem-solving, maintaining confidentiality, and your ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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