Human Resource Consultant

O2 Employment Services is looking for an experienced internal Human Resource Consultant. This is a full-time, regular role in Redding, CA.

The HR Consultant directly contributes to the overall success of the organization by formulating partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of each client. The role assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and seeks to develop integrated solutions. This position serves as a consultant to clients on human resource-related issues to maintain compliance.

• $70,720 - $114,400 Annual, Salary Exempt
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; occasional evening and weekend work is required as job duties demand.
• Alternative workweek schedules are optional.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional, SHRM Senior Certified Professional credential or HRCI certification preferred.
• Knowledge of HR and applicable Federal and State employment laws required.
• 5+ years previous experience in a HR related field required with a knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Must possess ability to regularly exercise both discretion and judgment in work.
• Must possess effective relationship management skills, business acumen, clear oral and written communication skills, and knowledge of organizational behavior and best practices.
• Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve, with a company/client focus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, HR-related software, and other technical/web-based programs required.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Conducts regular meetings with clients and provides HR guidance when appropriate.
• Assists Leaves Specialist with processing and administering leave-of-absence requests, disability accommodation and paperwork based on federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues, and conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of HR federal, state, and local legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Provides HR policy creation, guidance and interpretation, input on business unit restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identifies training needs and participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success; follows up to confirm training objectives are met. Administers training programs where appropriate.
• Reviews and recommends compensation strategies to clients to ensure compliance and to enhance employee retention.
• Acts as a resource for payroll contacts to ensure their understanding and compliance with benefits, HR policies and regulations. Keeps management advised of potential problem areas and recommends/implements solutions as appropriate.
• Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports from the database as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion with all materials and information.
• Ensures that federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules are observed.
• Creates and amends miscellaneous documents and updates Client Summary Sheets as needed.
• Completes special projects by clarifying project objectives(s); conducting research: developing and organizing information.
• In close partnership with the management team, jointly…