HR Leader - San Jose, CA

HR Leader - San Jose, CA

Division/Entity
West
Job Overview
This position supports the Comcast Sales and Marketing and Commercial Business Services organizations. Travel 30 - 40% of the time is required for this role, primarily in the Northern California area. Responsible for partnering with these client organizations and Human Resources team(s) to ensure strategies and initiatives are met. Coordinates with recruitment, compliance, benefits, compensation and employee relations to maximize employee resources. Serves as subject matter expert and provides guidance to employees as required. Develops processes and procedures to drive department efficiencies. Assists in the development and meeting of departmental budget.
Core Responsibilities
-Partner with the Area Vice President and participate as an active member of the Area leadership team to provide strategic direction as well as the day-to-day management by leading and clarifying human resources initiatives, policies, procedures and practices that impact company profitability and improve employee satisfaction.
-Provide management and supervisory skills coaching expertise to the area team. Assist managers with understanding how to manage employee performance and lead effectively. Provide constructive solutions on how to enhance employee performance and engagement. Lead the development of local action plans in response to Credo Speak survey feedback.
-Provide performance coaching expertise to the area team. Assist managers and supervisors with analyzing and altering job structures and skill requirements to enhance employee performance.
-Provide input and assessment on external job candidates via the interview process. Support and lead new hire on-boarding activities. Lead and participate in local TMP (Talent Management Program) activities within the area. Provide area leadership with recommendations on employee skill development, career tracking, and succession planning. Work with other region HR Partners to optimize the movement of talent across the region and ensure professionals are place in roles to benefit both the individual and the company.
-Partner with the Regional HR Administration team to ensure our total rewards strategy provides the motivational outcomes necessary to support a high performance / high engagement work environment. Work to ensure internal equity within our compensation guidelines. Determine appropriate wage & salary recommendations within prescribed guidelines. Lead and facilitate the Area merit review process as well as support the communication & reporting of the Regional GAIN/CIP programs.
-Work with the Regional Employee / Labor Relations team to ensure timely investigation and review of all internal employee / management disputes and/or policy violations. Participate in case reviews with the regional employee / labor relations team and work with area management to ensure execution of agreed upon steps for resolution. Provide follow-up on local cases when appropriate.
-Serve as project leader on assigned human resource initiatives within the Area. Facilitate leadership, management and employee development programs. Provide change management facilitation during major organizational transitions. Leverage organizational change and effectiveness techniques at appropriate times. Leverage process improvement skills when required.
Tasks
- Counsels, orientates, and trains managers and supervisors on the
interpretation and administration of Human Resources policies.
Administers Human Resources policies and procedures as they pertain to
all employees.
- Oversees, handles, and manages employee relations issues. Assists with
employee counseling, discipline, and grievance handling.
- Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to maintain
efficient and effective services.
- Manages direct reports. Ensures compliance with state, local, and
federal guidelines and policies to protect the business and its
employees.
- Partners with management to ensure strategic HR goals, policies, and
programs are aligned with business initiatives.
- Administers compensation programs and assists in job analysis, job
evaluation, and performance management to ensure compliance with
division guidelines.
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters
of significance.
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work
nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills:
- Bachelors Degree or Equivalent
- Generally requires 6-9 years related experience

Additional Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Master''s degree and 10 or more years of HR experience preferred.
Bachelor''s degree in related human resources discipline or equivalent education, HR certifications and work experience.
Significant HR experience: supporting a Field Organization with effective skills and competencies in employee relations, labor relations, organization development, performance management, talent assessment, workforce planning, union avoidance, EEO/AAP, leadership development, total rewards and communication strategies.
Demonstrated capabilities in developing and leveraging HR metrics to guide field HR effectiveness.
Demonstrated project management and implementation skills.
Highly effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated presentation skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills in achieving results.
Demonstrated organization, quantitative, analytical and problem solving skills.
Knowledge and proficiency of PC skills, Microsoft Excel necessary.
Comcast is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug-Free workplace employer.