Overview

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is recognized as one of Alaska’s leading companies with over 2,000 employees nationwide. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iñupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities. We recruit only qualified people looking to join a workforce characterized by strong leadership, competent and hard-working staff, a superior work environment with a focus on career development, great wages and benefits.

JOB SUMMARY

UIC Commercial Services is seeking a Human Resources Generalist capable of exercising independent discretion and judgment in support of various HR functions. This position requires a candidate who is proactive and can work on projects individually and as part of a team. The HR Generalist will collaborate with employees, leadership, and parent company human resources personnel to develop and implement effective human resources strategies and programs.

Responsibilities

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform a variety of complex, professional level tasks in multiple functional areas including, but not limited to compliance and legislation adherence, policy development, employee relations, compensation, employee systems/maintenance and benefits

• Provide guidance to employees, managers and business leaders relative to Corporate/HR policies, procedures, and programs; ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and corporate policies and guidelines

• Ensure compliance and provide guidance on the Davis Bacon Act to employees, managers and business leaders

• Create and provide management with appropriate metrics and reports for decision-making

• Assist with employee relations matters including diagnosing problems, determining appropriate level of corrective action, coaching managers, and reviewing corrective action documentation to mitigate risk and minimize legal action

• Lead relevant HR projects and performs other duties as assigned

• Support and execute the strategic direction of HR, including implementation of high-value added HR processes that support business goals and objectives

• Collaborate with all management levels to drive business results that optimize talent, structure, process and culture

• Act as a change agent for key business changes and as an advocate in the communication of HR changes

• Act as primary POC

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or Business Management; or four to eight (4-8) years of work experience in Human Resources .

• Must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with all levels of employees.

• Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be familiar with FMLA, ADA, FLSA, SCA, DBA, and general employment laws.

• Must have strong HRIS experience.

• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. In order to receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write, and speak English.

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE

• Experience within the government contracting industry highly preferred

• Experience with Davis Bacon Act.

• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred.

• Experience with UltiPro

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UICs Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicants resume/application may be subject to verification. Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran’s status or any other legal protected status. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. EOE/AA/M/F/D/

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2024-21122

Category Admin/Office Support

Location : Location US-AK-Barrow

Travel Requirement N/A