MHMR Tarrant County

Diversity Specialist

Description 

The Diversity Specialist will develop and implement the organization’s diversity initiatives and strategy to attract, hire, and maintain a diverse workplace.

Responsibilities 

• Researches, develops, recommends, and executes creative strategies to foster the organization’s diversity goals.
• Reviews current practices and policies, assessing and analyzing the extent to which they support or hinder the company’s diversity goals.
• Collects and analyzes statistical data to evaluate the company’s population in accordance with diversity standards and goals.
• Drafts and implements recruiting and hiring strategies to attract employees from diverse backgrounds.
• Develops and/or acquires training and development to aid diversity and retention initiatives.
• Provides guidance to supervisory and human resources staff in developing objective performance and other employee evaluations and policies.
• Acts as company liaison with government agencies concerning affirmative action and equal employment opportunities.
• Maintains knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
• Provides training and policy updates to colleagues, ensuring legal compliance of management and human resources staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Provides administrative support to CHRO
• Provides support to Employee Relations
• Performance standards are performed as applicable with MHMR’s We CARE values “We Connect People in Our Community. We Provide Access to Services. We Link People to Resources. We Empower People.”
• Perform other job duties or responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Defined Education: Human Resources or related field
• Preferences: Master’s degree preferred
• Years’ Experience: 2 years
• Defined Experience: Human Resources or related experience required with at least two years specializing in equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and diversity programs.
• License/Certifications: SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proven dispute resolution skills.
• Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Internal & External Customer Service

• This position requires extensive internal and external contacts with all levels of management and field personnel. The employee will accomplish this with advanced written and verbal skills.
• External: Vendor management and technical personnel, consultants, and personnel from other MHMR offices.
• Internal: Executive Management, Senior Management, MHMR Staff

Travel

Travel between facilities for events and meetings as needed. This position may require temporary or permanent re-assignment to any MHMR of Tarrant County facility as determined by program needs or the Division Chief. May travel to conferences as needed with overnight stay on a minimal basis.

Equipment Used 

Computer, phone, printer, copier, scanner and other miscellaneous office supplies.

Agency Requirements

• All staff are required to participate in agency Emergency Preparedness and Environmental Safety programs and may be assigned by their department as a key/essential staff level function during critical events or for the purpose of sustaining business continuity.
• This position may require temporary or permanent re-assignment to any MHMR Tarrant facility as determined by program needs and/or the Division/Director.
• Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency change.
• The Functional Title of this position may change as the needs of the agency change.
• All work will be completed within the scheduled work hours. All non-exempt (hourly) employees are expected to clock in and clock out for each work shift, no work should be done off the clock.
• Prior approval from supervisor is required for all Paid Time Off (PTO) and Overtime.
• MHMR reserves the right to change, add to or eliminate positions as it deems appropriate.
• Employment is at will, as well as agency needs may change.
• Agency dress code is to be followed at all times.
• Physical on-site presence, including regular attendance and punctuality, is an essential function of this position. Any changes or adjustments to your assigned work schedule or shift hours must be approved by your supervisor in advance.

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Whataburger

Field HR Business Partner

Description

 This position is responsible for aligning business objectives with Family Members and the Company’s Core Values and Guiding Principles. Serves as a strategic business partner to Operations Leadership Teams. Oversees the HR function for multiple zones within a region, consulting on Talent Planning, Coaching/Engagement, Individual/Organization Assessment, ER Investigations, Workforce Planning and Restaurant Strategic Business Planning. Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR and reporting partners to develop solutions, programs, and policies. Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.

Responsibilities

• Provides general expertise in HR functions to designated departments. Advises and provides recommendations to management on employee relations issues, workforce/succession planning, position descriptions, performance management, mediations, on/off-boarding and goal planning.
• Monitors and interprets legislation and administrative rulings regarding Wage & Hour, FLSA, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and any other pertinent federal and state legislation to ensure Company compliance.
• Serves as liaison with other departments at all levels of the organization on development and implementation of governance policies and protocols.
• Examines HR templates and final documents for compliance with Company policy and governmental regulations; provides recommendations regarding corrections and improvements.
• Conducts security and confidentiality protocols to ensure record and document confidentiality are maintained.
• Develops, recommends and communicates strategies for enhancements to Human Resources Programs to include process/customer improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy.
• Conducts Field Operations investigations and engages in Crisis Management. Objectively advises teams on ways to handle issues.
• Consults on Talent Planning to include Restaurant Talent Planning (RTP) discussion, secession planning, Restaurant Career Development Path (RCDP) execution.
• Advises on Workforce Planning and staffing needs/opportunities
• Partners with operators on Restaurant Strategic business planning to determine project business priorities, support rollouts and FMSAT result action plans
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources preferred or any equivalent combination of education and experience required

• Experience in contributing to the management of projects is preferred
• 1+ years’ experience preferably in restaurant industry

• PHR and/or SHRM-CP preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Visio (as applicable)
• Proficiency in JD Edwards (as applicable)
• Ability to communicate well with the general public and experience in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with management, vendors, and co-workers
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Working knowledge of employment laws relating to employee relations and personnel administration
• Strong conflict management, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of Wage & Hour, FLSA, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
• Ability to work as a self-directed individual taking initiative to identify and address business needs
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities
• Advanced professional or theoretical knowledge and fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of a particular field of specialization in the execution of assigned duties and responsibilities
• Basic understanding of budgetary concepts and procedures
• Advanced understanding of departmental structure and policies with basic understanding of the cross-functional structure and policies of Whataburger Restaurants LLC
• Advanced ability to delegate tasks and get work done through others
• Ability to prepare and present information to guests, more senior associates, vendors and management

Working Conditions/Travel Requirements 

• Expected to work the necessary time to satisfactorily fulfill job responsibilities
• Must be able to report to work timely and as required by operational/business needs
• Must be able to work a full-time schedule and work outside of normal business hours when necessary
• Must be able to travel occasionally both locally and long distances (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, submit to releasing a Motor Vehicle Record that adheres to the Whataburger standards and maintain current automobile liability at minimum levels in their state of residence

Work Location:

11740 PLANO RD

DALLAS 75243-5218

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Oklahoma Steel & Wire

Human Resource Manager

Description

Oklahoma Steel & Wire, a leading wire manufacturing company located in Southeastern Oklahoma near Lake Texoma is currently accepting applications for Human Resource Manager.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and resolve human relations, employee morale, work performance, and organizational productivity concerns.
• Raise proactive issues with managers, identifying practical solutions to complex and diverse HR issues, and recommend appropriate action plans.
• Receive employee complaints and act accordingly to resolve them.
• Perform all phases regarding the employment process such as advertising job positions, recruitment, interviewing, processing applications, verifying employment, separation, and compensation schedule in compliance with organization’s policies, financial guidelines, laws, and agreements.
• Develop personnel policies and procedures informing employees as needed.
• Prepare and maintain detailed job descriptions and classifications, define job levels, and determine exempt or non-exempt status, in partnership with other managers.
• Ensure company compliance with federal and state laws.
• Reports, maintains and monitors all workers' compensation case files.
• Analyze, develop, and implement a competitive compensation and benefits strategy.
• Ensure that accurate information is reflected in all employee records, verifying, and providing information as needed.
• Maintain confidentially concerning personnel actions, legal actions, termination and organizational plans.
• Follow all policies as outlined in employee handbook.
• Manage staff within the HR department.
• Performs all other duties as determined and assigned by company management.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of HR experience and BS/BA or equivalent work experience required.
• Strong critical thinking, data analysis, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong knowledge of laws, precedents, government regulations, agency rules.
• Management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Speaking ability, including making presentations and oral reports.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards, including OSHA, EEOC, FLSA, and Worker’s Compensation
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification highly desired

Requirements

(Work Traits, Company Values)

• Role model strong communication, team work, and customer skills toward external customers and internal co-workers
• Adhere to and role model the overall company values including ethics, integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness
• Perform with and role model a respectful attitude toward people, work and company property
• Consistently role model work traits including dependability, reliability, personal responsibility, timeliness, accountability and initiative to do whatever are needed to meet company goals.