People Relations Specialist

Ritchie Bros - Westchester, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Westchester, IL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The People Relations Specialist at Ritchie Bros. plays a crucial role in administering programs that foster effective employee relations. This position involves auditing regions for employee relation issues, coaching management, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. The specialist will also provide training and support to management and employees, contributing to a positive workplace culture and effective human resource practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer programs to establish and maintain effective employee relations through uniform application of policies.
• Audit assigned regions to identify employee relation issues and recommend actions to resolve them.
• Coach and counsel management on employee relation issues.
• Communicate proactively with field management regarding labor law.
• Attend regional meetings and present human resource training on employment law topics.
• Coach and counsel employees seeking HR advice or assistance.
• Participate in disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans.
• Coordinate training for new management personnel.
• Assist in administering the merit rating program and reviewing wage changes for policy compliance.
• Develop and implement Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Support recruitment of Branch Managers.
• Coordinate service award and new hire orientation programs.
• Review Personnel Action Requests for policy adherence.
• Manage application reporting and perform other assigned tasks.

Requirements

• Knowledge of employment and labor laws
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 2 - 5 years of progressive human resource experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Suites
• Ability to travel 25 - 30% of the time