As a HR Director your goal is to participate in the development of strategies and deliver human resources solutions for a business unit’s corporate functions. You’ll act as a trusted advisor to all levels of management on day-to-day HR matters and implement location specific programs to support HR operations.

You Will Do This By

Partnering with leaders in the development of workforce solutions that drive alignment with the broader location and/or region’s goals. Leading the execution of human resources initiatives for multiple locations and/or functions, regionally or globally
Partnering with facility HR teams and HR Shared Services to ensure resolution of employee concerns and problems with goal of future problem prevention consistent with government laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, human resources policies and procedures
Overseeing and/or completing generalist duties to advise Leaders on both strategic and tactical plans which may include: conducting internal investigations, facilitating workforce reductions and/or terminations and grievance administration; participating in contract negotiations with appropriate HR/Leadership of the locations and/or regions
Delivering written communications and presentations to communicate concepts related to one or more functional HR areas for diverse audiences of managers and employees; developing and conducting training and presentations
Leading and managing workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding and training efforts for leaders, managers salaried (exempt and nonexempt) and production/hourly, employees, students and temporary employees
Driving effective performance management by assisting employees and managers with performance management processes including leading calibration, merit planning and other incentive programs
Collaborating within Human Resources to develop, document and recommend continuous improvement of HR processes, procedures or programs to deliver innovative solutions
Directing the work of groups of employees (leads through managers) and performing full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: recruitment, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budget

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.

You Are The Kind Of Person Who Is/has

Ready to take the next step in your career to a director role that balances strategic and tactical work
Able to become ingrained in the business and be the go to human resources partner for a business unit leader
Can demonstrate a high say:do ratio

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or related field OR equivalent education and experience
Minimum ten years related professional, progressive experience in human resources setting
Minimum of three, with five or more preferred, years of leadership and management experience
Experience in a large, global organization preferred
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
Extensive knowledge of principles & practices of HR, HR regulations and compliance for assigned locations and/or regions
Demonstrated skills in employee relations w/ strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and use sound judgment in decision making; demonstrated ability to partner and influence at all levels in the business and to be viewed as a credible, valuable source of information and integral part of management team
Strong organization and time management/project management skills necessary to prioritize and oversee projects or teams with multiple assignments and to meet deadlines; ability to react quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment
Strong communication skills to facilitate work with diverse groups of employees
Foundational experience in building and/or delivering change management and organization development plans
Solid computer skills; understanding of all interfaces impacting HR function administration
Ability to travel on an as needed, minimal basis
Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee

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