Human Resources Partner

Join Tessera and make a difference! Tessera is:

• A national leader in employing individuals with disabilities and veterans.

• Composed of a dynamic growing team of social entrepreneurs.

• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 14 states and in the District of Columbia workforce of over 1600 employees.

• Dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience to our customers.

• Committed to offering an outstanding employee support and development program.

Location: Lakewood Washington (Joint Base Lewis-McChord)

Type: Exempt

Compensation: $77968.80 - $92950.00 per year (Tesseras compensation strategy is to position new employees between the minimum and midpoint of this range depending on qualifications and experience.)

Work Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday 7:30 am 4:00 pm (Flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs. Expected to periodically provide support in-person and virtually to personnel working swing shift between hours of 4:00 pm - 12:30 am.)

As a Human Resources Partner youll Tessera HR Partners perform HR related duties as a subject matter lead in support of a Cross Functional Team led by a Regional Vice-President. The HR Partner also meets with a team of Tessera HR professionals to ensure problems are identified preventative systems are in place and continuous improvement of processes are implemented for smooth operation of the company. Responsibilities include employee relations conflict resolution labor relations training and employment law support. The HR Partner must be sensitive to business needs and be adaptable and flexible to changing needs and demands. Must be mission driven and passionate about working with a diverse population including persons with disabilities. Responsible for supporting the HR needs of approximately 300 employees.

• Provide exceptional professional customer service and maintain effective working relationships with employees colleagues unions other agencies and community members.

• Work with new employees to ensure a smooth transition to Tessera culture and expectations of their position.

• Partners with and supports employees and management by communicating and assisting with training on various human resource policies procedures laws standards and other government regulations.

• Maintain working relationship with union officials and adheres to terms of labor contract by supporting Manager in the day-to-day implementation of policies concerning wages hours and working conditions.

• Perform a wide range of duties relative to the maintenance and processing of personnel records and reports in Workday (HRIS). Process changes on employee status as necessary (i.e. change in position demotion promotions wage increases Leave of Absence terminations etc.) Enter and/or retrieve data from Workday (HRIS). Prepares reports verify accuracy of records and document adjustments; maintain confidentiality.

• Ensure that compliance is met under Federal and State regulations by monitoring maintaining and updating worksite posters.

• Participate in problem solving and conflict resolution. Analyze interpret and apply complex human resource rules policies program requirements in an unbiased fair and honest way to assist with resolving difficult situations. Work with managers on employee relation issues and concerns union issues classification performance management grievance resolution leave of absence coordination disability accommodation(s) Fitness-for-duty coordination employee development discipline terminations and Reductions in Force. Review requests for exceptions to Tessera policy and make recommendations regarding same.

• Investigate prepare documentation and recommend Tesseras position on grievances complaints and appeals. Responds to employee relation issues such as employee complaints harassment allegations and grievances. Work with employees employee representatives Supervisors Managers and legal counsel to negotiate the resolution of grievances and complaints.

• Assist with or administer leave requests particularly those arising under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state and local leave laws.

• Support RVP and Project Manager with Union negotiations drafting MOUs and building partnership with Union representatives.

• Work with Supervisors and Managers on disciplinary actions. Write and/or edit disciplinary actions Performance Improvement Plans and other formal documentation.

• Maintain proficiency in HR related topics and continuous education on best practices laws and trends. Recommend new approaches and other areas for continual improvement to the HR Director Sr. HR Partner and greater HR team.

• Assists Managers/Supervisors in maintaining the Occupational Medical requirements as required for each position to include setting up clinics for testing issuing vouchers and answering questions regarding the requirements.

• Participate in the evaluation and the development of Human Resources and Cross-functional team goals.

• Assist RVP and Managers with Department of Labor (DOL) compliance to include SCA DBA FLSA etc. compliance requirements.

• Support and positively affect continuity between Tessera and employee goals and safeguard Tesseras position at all times.

• Always demonstrate and support Tesseras culture and commitment to excellence.

• Assess employee morale and suggest ways to improve it to Project Manager and RVP.

• Work with the employees designated Vocational Specialist and Supervisor regarding employee concerns or employee relations issues that may be related to their disabilities.

• Identify and recommend training topics and resources to Managers Supervisors and employees. Assist and/or conduct presentations/trainings such as Supervisor Toolkit New Supervisor Training Respectful Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Anti-Harassment etc. as requested.

• Complete an exit interview for all voluntary terminations and enters into HRIS. Assist with coordinating the annual Employee Engagement Survey.

• Assist Managers and Supervisors with Reasonable Suspicion drug screening process.

• Process Unemployment claims appeals. Participates in Unemployment claim hearings.

• Work with Managers Supervisors and Recruiters to update job descriptions.

• Coordinates Mandatory Employee Assistance Program referrals and documentation.

• May participate in employment recruitment by representing Tessera at job fairs and other outreach activities. May assist with new employee onboarding paperwork including completing required forms and I-9/E-Verify process.

• Assist Payroll department by explaining payroll discrepancies or policies and by completing employment verifications.

• Participate in departmental and CFT meetings and work on team projects.

• Must be able to occasionally support second shift employees after regular business hours.

• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Youd make an excellent Human Resources Partner if you:

• Consider yourself a people person.

• Love working on collaborative teams.

• Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.

• Take pride in your work.

• Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible full-time employees.

• Medical Dental Vision Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays accrual of 12 paid days of vacation paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development certifications and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Tessera Human Resources Partner:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources is required.

• 3 5 years of previous experience in Human Resources Employee Relations Social Services Education or Disability Support Services is required.

• Combination of previous experience and education will be considered.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply local and federal labor laws and regulations and general Human Resources standards is required.

• Proficiency in the use of HRIS systems is required previous Workday experience is highly preferred.

• Due to the need to travel to various Tessera locations a valid state drivers license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tesseras insurance.

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military ID in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military ID in accordance with the REAL ID Act.

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Tessera is a national non-profit government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture our Core Values Diversity Partnership Commitment Integrity and Quality and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify