Human Resources Specialist (Talent Management)

SUMMARY The HR Specialist is a core member of the ACIT Division HR team, providing support and guidance to management and employees. The HR Specialist provides support in many different areas, including recruitment, retention, employee performance management, employee engagement, employee development initiatives, goal setting, and succession planning. This position partners with leaders and employees and collaborates with other human resources professionals to offer specialized business knowledge and guidance to ensure the company attracts, develops, and retains top talent. The HR Specialist helps design and implement programs that build workforce capability, strengthen company culture, and drive employee success.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Partners with HR team to drive the implementation and administration of talent programs such as performance management, talent calibration, succession planning, and career development. Partners with HR and managers to support execution on talent and succession planning and development activities. Coordinates training programs, workshops, and learning opportunities to develop employee skills and leadership capabilities. Track and analyze talent metrics to inform workforce planning and program effectiveness, and to provide data-driven decision making.  Assist in designing and executing initiatives that promote employee engagement, well-being, and retention. Partners with HR and marketing to strengthen ACIT’s employer brand, develop recruitment collateral, and develop relationships with technical schools and other sources of talent. Support recognition programs, communications strategies, and culture-building activities. Support ACIT-wide development initiatives such as mentoring programs, career pathways, and individual development plans. Owns ACIT internship program. Conduct stay interviews, exit interviews, and data analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Assists with evaluation of critical roles, high-potential employees, and readiness levels. Identifies training needs for sites and individual coaching needs. Provides coaching and feedback to employees and leaders where appropriate. Design, coordinate, and deliver in-person and virtual training programs across the organization, including leadership development, compliance training, skill-building workshops, and onboarding modules. Assess learning needs through surveys, interviews, performance data, and collaboration with leaders to identify skill gags and development priorities. Develop training materials such as presentations, facilitator and process guides, and e-learnings for various internal audiences. Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) by uploading courses and tracking participation; maintain accurate employee talent management records and documentation. Manages ACIT-wide required compliance trainings and may provide support for plant-specific trainings. Source and coordinate external training or vendors. Other duties as required in support of the department and the company.   SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES  This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other employees. QUALIFICATIONS  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, business, or other related field or five (5) years of related experience. A minimum of three (3) years of experience in people and talent is required. Thorough knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws.   CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or Talent Management credential a strong plus.   LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Proficient written and verbal communication skills.   JOB SKILLS Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook). Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to convey a positive and professional image to employees and external contacts. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of key business and mathematical concepts. Ability to lead the application of Amphenol-CIT policy, procedure and within client groups and contacts. Ability to speak effectively in front of groups of managers and employees, and influence stakeholders. Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of human resources.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods working on a computer.  The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  This is an air-conditioned facility with many pieces of equipment that produce heat. The following are potential items encountered: fumes, dust, noise, hazardous/toxic chemicals, moderate noise level.  Appropriate training is provided and documented based on job placement that complies with OSHA and EPA regulations.   ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACIT is dedicated to identifying and reducing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products.  It is our commitment to comply with all applicable laws and other regulatory requirements concerning the environment. We are committed to preventing pollution and continually improving our environmental performance in all our global operations. This will be achieved through a comprehensive Environmental Management System that provides the framework for setting and reviewing environmental objectives and targets of ACIT.   PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS •    ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas. •    Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas. •    Hearing protection, in specific locations.    EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and/or EAR technical data.  Therefore, candidates will need to qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, or a Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).   TRAVEL Up to 10% travel to other sites; travel may be sporadic.  Occasionally required to attend job fairs, trade shows, off-site training, and personal development events.   I have read and understand the job description requirements, and I am able to accomplish the essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.