HR Generalist at Federal Signal Corporation in Downers Grove, Illinois

Job Description:

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for day to day HR activities for Corporate Headquarters and muti-state remote workforce including: recruitment & selection, onboarding, health & welfare benefits, associate relations, absence management, performance management & corrective action, change management, training, exit interviews, etc.


• Together with the HR team, shares responsibility for recruitment, selection and onboarding of talent for all levels of the organization. Conduct new hire orientations/coordinate onboarding schedules as required.


• Provides support for Company-wide health and welfare program including annual open enrollment prep, development of materials, launch and follow up; assists with periodic audits of benefit programs.


• Collects information relating to leaves of absence/disabilities received from third-party vendors and distributes to local business unit HR leaders.


• Initiates proactive relationships with business and management teams to identify opportunities to improve HR processes and results.


• Recommends appropriate changes in policies and procedures which leads to greater efficiency, cost savings and other benefits to the Company.


• Assists in job evaluations, promotion recommendations, merit planning cycles, salary surveys and other compensation project management activities.


• Works with management team to monitor and manage performance management process including identifying and addressing performance issues and managing performance review process.


• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of industry and HR trends, standards and “best practices.” Stays abreast of applicable human resources regulations and trends; utilizes this knowledge in day-to-day activities.


• Researches and recommends new human resource programs and initiatives; Introduces and implements approved programs/initiatives across the business.


• Assists with management of the Company’s service awards program, matching gifts program and scholarship awards.


• Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data and trends. Maintains a strong control environment to ensure to ensure compliance with company key Company controls and policies.


• Completes special projects including support for acquisition onboarding and integration by clarifying project objectives, setting timetables and schedules, conducting research, developing and organizing information and completing assigned tasks.


• Provides administrative help to the rest of HR team when needed.


• Performs other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; concentration in Human Resources or related field desirable.


• 2 to 3 years HR experience required.


• Experience working in a corporate office environment strongly preferred; experience working in a publicly held company highly desired.


• Prior experience working with HRIS and databases, including queries and reporting, is essential. Experience with UKG/UltiPro core data management, Performance Management, Recruitment, and Business Intelligence modules preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Highly effective customer service focus with strong follow-up and follow-through skills required.


• Capable of building strong and respected business partnerships and trust at all levels in the organization. Ability to positively represent the Company and interact with others in a professional manner.


• Ability to prioritize, focus and independently execute high-quality work in a professional and timely manner.


• Capable of creating processes, frameworks, templates, and presentations.


• Highly organized and detail-oriented to ensure accuracy in processing, analyzing, auditing and reviewing data. Ability to meet deadlines and communicate proactively.


• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and effectively handle highly sensitive and personal information with sound judgement, tact and discretion.


• Intellectually curious with high interest in learning; strong team orientation, possessing integrity and strong work ethic.


• Knowledge of benefits administration or willingness to learn highly desired.


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required.


• Proficient with MS Office suite software including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint required. Intermediate Excel skills strongly desired.

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

Experience

Required

• 2 - 3 years: HR experience required

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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