Waste Connections - Vancouver, WA
posted 3 months ago
Waste Connections is currently seeking an on-site HR Generalist to join our Western Region Office located in Vancouver, Washington. This office supports over 4000 employees across Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, and Idaho. As the Region HR Generalist, you will be part of a four-person Human Resources team that provides advice to leaders on complex employee relations matters. Your role will involve conducting fact-finding investigations and utilizing a consultative approach to problem-solve, influence resolution, and mitigate risk. You will also help manage complex leave of absences, provide guidance and advice to field leadership, and assist in identifying talent and developing future leaders. At Waste Connections, culture is a critical component of our success. Our managers in the field operate within a relatively decentralized structure but look to our regional administrative office for certain centralized services, including human resources. In this position, you will participate in projects and planning that support employee development and success. You will coach and support field leadership with team member performance management issues, including coaching conversations, investigations, and progressive discipline. Additionally, you will advise and manage through complex Leave of Absence issues, assist with integrating newly acquired companies and employees, and respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, programs, and other people matters. You will also assist with planning and implementing strategic HR initiatives related to leadership development and culture, and provide training and informative presentations to field leadership. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.