HR Business Partner

Title: HR Business Partner

Company: Peoples Gas System

State and City: Florida - Tampa

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

WHO WE ARE?:

Peoples Gas System is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse - in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

HOW WILL YOU HELP DRIVE THE FUTURE OF NATURAL GAS?:

In this role, you'll wear many hats. You'll be an employee champion, driving change initiatives and anticipating HR needs to provide valuable services to both leaders and employees. Your efforts will help foster positive work relationships, promote our culture of inclusion and diversity, and boost engagement and productivity.

You'llalsoberesponsiblefordevelopingandimplementingworkforceplanningstrategies,conductinginternalinvestigations,andcoachingleaderstoensureconsistentperformancemanagementanddevelopmentofteammembers.

Additionally, you'll lead the development and rollout of HR programs and initiatives designed to enhance our HR services. You'll ensure that everything we do complies with company policies, laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field required,
• 5+ years of progressive HR business partner experience, preferably in mid/large sized organizations.
• Experience implementing talent and performance management initiatives.
• Ability to develop credibility and rapport with all levels of the organization; strong interpersonal and influencing skills at all levels of management.
• A natural collaborator that excels at balancing the needs of different stakeholders.
• Superior communicator; delivers clear, concise, and influential messaging-both oral and written.
• Comfortable operating in an environment with competing priorities; with a strong aptitude for adaptability and innovative thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with critical attention to detail and follow through on projects to completion.
• Ability to travel within the State of Florida
• Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of some of the requirements.
• Proficient in HR tech platforms

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Being a trusted advisor to managers and employees in all aspects of HR and Talent including employee and labor relations, talent and performance management, health and safety, employee engagement, conflict management, and change management.
• Providing partnership, counsel, and expertise on people matters to drive business outcomes.
• Participating in HR and cross-functional projects in support of key organizational and talent initiatives.
• Creating a culture for employees to speak up about their concerns through consistent application of employee policies and practices and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Championing the organization's culture of Inclusion and Diversity and support efforts to continue to ensure inclusion and equity.
• Solving complex employee and labor relations issues and represent the company in collective bargaining, litigation, and union arbitrations.
• Ensuring compliance with all pertinent HR-related laws and regulations.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITVE EDGE?:

• Master's degree/MBA
• Prior experience working with regulated utility industry
• Previous labor relations experience
• Experience with SAP, SuccessFactors, or Saba

WHO WILL BE A PART OF YOUR TEAM?:

Consistently interacts with all levels of the organization

HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE?:

• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment
• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Drives Business Excellence for Customers
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change

WHERE AND HOW YOU'LL WORK?:

Normal office environment with frequent site visits to Gas operations in Florida. This will require travel throughout the Florida service territories.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US?:

We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving:

• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera's Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
• And much more!

Whether you're launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company.

EMEREGENCY RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

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