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People, Culture & Global HR Generalist (Temporary) - Remote Position

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Job Description

 

Company Description


Oxfam is a global organization that fights inequality to end poverty and injustice. We offer lifesaving support in times of crisis and advocate for economic justice, gender equality, and climate action. We demand equal rights and equal treatment so that everyone can thrive, not just survive.


Job Description


The People and Culture & Global HR (PCHR) Generalist is skilled and passionate about supporting the full Employee Life Cycle inclusive of Total Rewards, Retention, Talent Acquisition and Operations. In this capacity, they will create and maintain collaborative partnerships across HR spaces to deliver value-added services of PCHR to all employees that enhances the business objectives of Oxfam America. Their responsibilities encompass nurturing talent in alignment with Oxfam America’s policies and key processes and actively contribute to critical activities that improve and enhance the employee experience, making our organization a better place to work/employer of choice.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Actively manage and support employee data reporting and filing such as EEO data, ACA, 5500 forms health & welfare compliances, data integrity initiatives, highlight and communicate trends or discrepancies for resolution with HR Strategists and other HR team members to impact strategy and action.
  • Partner in the creation, implementation, presentation, and assessment of PCHR department initiatives, wellness programs, educational and professional development programs, policies, procedures, and systems.
  • Partner with the PCHR Strategists on the creation of job families, lead the job evaluations process and manage the compensation and benefits benchmark surveys; support the work of reviewing job duties and refining job descriptions.
  • Partner with PCHR Strategist in the benefits administration and management to:
    • Support annual vendor renewals, benefits open enrollments in coordination with ADP and benefits brokers, and manage vendor invoices processing and any discrepancy resolution.
    • Act as liaison with benefits brokers on behalf of staff’s benefits issues.
    • Assist and support the compliance and administrative processing and review of FMLA requests and other Leave of Absence (LOA) documentation in partnership with Third Party Administrators (TPA) and insurance carriers.
    • Support implementation of the leave of absence system, communication, training, and logistics.
    • Ensure accurate benefits data and collaborating with benefits brokers.
    • Assist scheduled retirement and benefits audits and completion of findings.
  • Manage creation and distribution of total compensation letters.
  • Prepare and facilitate meetings designed with the objective of providing employees with information and enhancing their understanding of the organization’s benefits and related incentive programs in partnership with Third Party Administrators (TPA).
  • Manage state(s) unemployment benefits claims.
  • Serve as back-up to the Performance evaluation program administrator, as needed.
  • Maintains and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
  • Function as intermediary support for HR team members with third-party providers and as system administrator on key systems.
  • Proactively support training and coordinate timely updates to policies and documentation of procedures.
  • Liaise with Technology Information Management (TIM) team to support PCHR team with maintaining/running monthly reports, creating and maintain dashboards, HR Analytics and internal HR Audits.
  • Demonstrate ownership mindset in being accountable for delivering solutions to address opportunities identified.
  • Participate and contribute to Union related matters, as needed.
  • Assist in the Collective Bargaining Agreement compliance, process, and future negotiations.
  • Collaborate in providing guidance, counsel, and instruction to management and staff on the interpretation, understanding, administration and enforcement of HR policies and procedures, as well as collective bargaining agreements.
  • Other duties as assigned.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

  • Will stay abreast of professional standards, trends, and issues affecting this set of responsibilities, demonstrating continuous learning of the field.
  • Will work effectively and collaboratively in support of building a team-based, problem-solving work culture treating all persons with dignity and respect and will be familiar with and committed to Oxfam America’s mission, values, and goals.
  • Will have a fundamental understanding of gender justice and diversity within key areas of responsibility and a commitment to promoting gender justice, racial equity, and diversity in our workplace and programs.
  • Within key areas of responsibility, will have a commitment to and be accountable for activities contributing towards a safe and accountable workplace environment, projects and relationships for staff, partners, and the communities we serve.

Qualifications


EDUCATION

Advanced degree in human resources/business administration; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE AND CORE COMPETENCIES

  • 4-6 years of human resources experience with progressively increasing responsibility, preferably in a non-profit and unionized environment.
  • Successful work experience as People and Culture Human Resources Generalist, or other HR position.
  • Strong working knowledge of HR functions and procedures (e.g., pay and benefits, recruitment, training, and development).
  • Ability to maintain composure, collaboration, and confidentiality. Knowledge of national benefits and applicable laws.
  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Aptitude for critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and decision making.
  • Strength of character, ethics, and commitment, and reliability.
  • Superior attention to detail.
  • Proven track record of maintaining employee confidentiality and consistent discretion.
  • Able to work under pressure with strict deadlines, ability to pivot often and be agile.
  • Commitment to staying current on best practices, and the understanding of labor laws and disciplinary procedures.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of HRIS systems and functionality.
  • Strong ability to create reports, analyze data, and work with dashboards.
  • Proven ability to deliver results and prioritize tasks in a fast-moving, dynamic environment.
  • Self-starter, comfortable working in a remote or hybrid working environment.
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Union experience strongly preferred.
  • Project management experience desired
  • HR Credentials (HRCI -PHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations) desired.

COORDINATES WITH

Oxfam America (OUS) US-based and global staff, managers, and other external stakeholders, and third-party providers.

Hiring range: $75,000- $82,000


Additional Information
 


Oxfam America is a Gender Just organization and an equal opportunity employer. We have a zero tolerance policy for any sexual harassment, exploitation, and/or abuse. We welcome all persons to apply and do not discriminate. We take measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

We are an E-Verify employer.

For more information, please click on the following links:
E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish
E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish

 

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