A company is only as good as the people behind it. At Jones Advisors, we are always interested in meeting talented individuals with a strong desire to help. An ideal employee is one who wants to progress his/her career and to make a difference not only in our agency, but also the community in which they live. At Jones, we are a family-centered employer and we believe that employees are part of that family.

An employer that invests in (and encourages) your learning and growth.
A professional work environment where teammates are supportive and accountable.
An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your clients and community.
Standard working hours, with options for remote work and flexible schedules.
A competitive salary with outstanding benefits.
A family-oriented employer that has been in business for over 60 years.

What We are Seeking:

Self-motivated individuals with an “old-fashioned” work ethic and positive attitude.
A proven ability to support and lead a team.
A subject matter expert of employment laws and compliance.
A client-focused professional who is able to listen, communicate, and advise.

SUMMARY

This position is directly responsible for providing human resources knowledge and expertise for the clients of the company.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in the related field.
PHR/SPHR certification or SHRM-Certified Professional is required.
8 to 10 years of experience in an HR role that involves recruiting, onboarding/training, employee relations, managing regulatory and compliance issues.
Must have excellent diagnostic, problem-solving, and consultative skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proven ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work.
Strong knowledge of HR principles and practices coupled with a working knowledge of the HR field.
Ability to manage, direct, and motivate change.
Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and work in a fast-paced environment.
Must possess subject matter expertise in federal and state employment laws.
Proven professional that is organized, proactive, and decisive.
Collaborative team player and be at ease in dealing with all levels of staff.
Strong relationship and influencing skills; possess and exhibit professional presence.
Ability to forecast company and clients’ needs in regards to staffing, employee relations, compliance, and benefits.
Demonstrated ability to provide effective management consultation in HR areas.
Must be able to consistently and effectively develop, interpret, and apply a variety of HR policies and procedures.
Demonstrated competency with MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must possess a driver’s license with no more than 3 points.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Support clients in all HR functions including but not limited to recruiting, onboarding, employee/supervisor relations, managing change in regulatory and compliance issues; act as the subject matter expert in these areas.
Drive organization, leadership, culture, and talent solutions that optimize the organization and enable business growth and success.
Provide both transformational advice and transactional support that delivers best practice HR solutions to support company and clients’ business plans.
Partner with business development managers to support existing clients and grow the client base.
Attend and present HR topics at bi-monthly networking events.
Responsible for facilitating positive employee relations by assisting employees and managers in resolving work-related complaints/issues, counsel management on how to handle situations and ensure good communication between employees and managers.
Proactively gain client feedback to support HR areas to improve service levels.
Evaluate reports, decisions, and results of HR initiatives in relation to established goals; recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to the continual improvements in efficiency of the HR department and services performed.
Ensure a thorough understanding of client issues and provide consultative solutions with the client’s best interest in mind.
Equip clients with tools and knowledge to effectively manage their teams in alignment with their people/business plans.
Provide coaching sessions and training to support clients’ needs in regard to employee engagement, retention, and performance management.
Maintain HR certifications by attending accredited seminars, training courses, and keeping current with trends in the HR profession.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office setting Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00 with flextime available.
Fast-paced multi-tasking team environment.
Occasional travel may be required.

GENERAL

This job description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing the job.
Essential functions are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support the agency’s business needs.
This description is not intended as a contract and is subject to unilateral change and revision by management.
Any written contractual agreements will supersede this job description.
All requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate physically or mentally challenged employees.

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