HR Business Partner -NEX

NexTier is a leading provider of integrated completions focused on the most demanding land basins in the US. We deliver safe, efficient and innovative services which enable customers to win by accelerating production while generating leading returns.

This position will also assist business units in identifying, developing and retaining talent that enhances team performance. The successful candidate will: set high standards of performance for themselves and others; be professional in written, verbal and personal actions in any situation; seek new knowledge and experiences; have an analytical mindset that can utilize factual data to develop creative and business-oriented solutions; be self- aware and adjust accordingly to different environments and audiences. 

This role performs under the general direction of the Area HR Manager and/or Senior HR Manager.

Detailed Description:

• Manage all employee relations issues and work closely with management and employees to build effective working relationships, improve retention and strengthen morale 
• Provides day to day performance management guidance to management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations and advises on disciplinary action
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements and compliance related to employees, and partner with legal department as needed/required 
• Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation, while assisting in driving improvements to HR policies, practices and processes 
• Prepare various reports as require and analyze/interpret data, trends and metrics in partnership with broader HR teams to develop solutions, programs and policies
• Provide guidance and input on workforce planning, succession planning and other business initiatives
• Assist in processing transfers, promotions, and demotions

• Work with L&D to identify and deliver training needs for the business

  
  

Job Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills to work effectively with all levels of leadership, hourly employees and peers, strong investigative, analytical, critical thinking skills and solid understanding of HR processes, practices, and legal and regulatory legislation.
• Excellent communication skills which include the ability to speak, write and listen in a manner that clarifies issues,  promotes closure  and  delivers information in  a  clear and  concise  manner and  facilitates  good decision-making is required 
• Ability to prepare and present HR initiatives and training programs to management and employees
• Ability  to maintain  Company and employee  confidentiality  at all  times  and handle sensitive  employee information and protect Company proprietary information in an appropriate manner.
• High  level  of energy  needed  for a  fast  paced environment  where  multiple initiatives  are  happening simultaneously
• Participate in the interview, hiring and onboarding process in a high volume, fast paced environment while making employment decisions in a manner consistent with all Company policies, including the Company’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti-Harassment Policy
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Excel and Word and the ability to run reports and do analysis

• Ability to travel as needed to other offices , occasionally requiring extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area

  
  
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years of Human Resources generalist experience
• Experience in employee investigations and employee relations
• Knowledge of state and federal labor laws
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field of study

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of Human Resources generalist experience
• Experience in the Oil  & Gas industry  
• PHR or SHRM-CP

Additional Details:

Work is primarily in a climate controlled / office environment with minimal safety / health hazard potential. Frequent travel to other Company offices and work sites, often in remote locations, is required which may be in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, cold, heat, day, night, etc.) and employees will be expected to properly use designated personal protective equipment (PPE). The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending and frequent near vision use for reading and use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. 

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This role does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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