Position Summary:
The Regional HR Manager plays a critical role in supporting and advancing MEI’s regional HR model by delivering consistent, compliant, and people‑centered HR solutions across multiple regional offices. This role will lead and direct the primary functions to support the human resource needs for the Region offices they serve. This will include but is not limited to new hire onboarding, employee lifecycle through separation processes, performance management, employee relations and organizational development to align with regional office business objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, balancing structured processes with the ability to respond effectively to unexpected and urgent needs. This role requires strong organization, adaptability, and the ability to manage a significant workload independently while collaborating closely with leaders and HR peers. The RHRM will liaise with employees and managers to support employment relations and communication that reinforces MEI’s values and culture. Assist and provide advisory support to Regional Office leadership on all areas of employment, performance management, disciplinary counsel, compliance with company policies and practices and employee and organizational development.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Partners with Director of HR & Payroll Operations and other functional HR leadership to understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy, particularly as it relates to onboarding, policy compliance, engagement and retention, employee relations, lifecycle and performance management, and training and development as needed.
- Provides advisory guidance to regional office management in support of best practices, organizational development, leadership and team motivation, documentation and record-keeping and performance management.
- Provide consultative guidance when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute responsibilities in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation, investigating allegations and employment separation.
- Serve as internal Investigator during necessary investigations of complaints, policy violations, or employment issues that may be in violation of MEI policy, law or regulation. Monitor and respond to reports submitted directly to HR or through MEI’s Ethical Advocate system.
- Works collaboratively with co-Regional HR Managers, Talent Acquisition, Training and Development, Benefits & Compensation, HRMS and Payroll leadership to ensure systems and key functional programs are well understood in support of the regional offices.
- Supports the overall development, administration and maintenance of job description library, including creation/drafting and FLSA evaluation to ensure compliance.
- Administrate, update and maintain documents and forms owned by the HR department and housed in employee & manager self-service portal.
- Administrate post-employment requirements, such as unemployment claims responses and or verification of employment requests.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends HR best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, employee management, and employment law.
- Works under the direction of Director of HR & Payroll Operations to support initiatives, programs and efficiencies within the HR/PR Operations department.
- May provide guidance and leadership to HR Generalist level as needed.
- Ability to travel, as needed, to offices within Region served.
Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education):
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of human resource business partner or human resource management level experience.
- A minimum of two (2) years human resources support experience within a nationwide framework.
- Highly relational leader who has proven abilities in building and maintaining relationships at all levels and across all departments of the organization and consistently fosters a positive work environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proven and highly effective working in a remote capacity.
- Strong analytical, resourceful and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to act with discretion, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related state and federal laws and regulations as a subject matter expert for the office supporting.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency with HRMS systems.
- Travel required < 20%
Preferred Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education)
- Human Resources certifications (SHRM, SPHR) highly desired.
- Industrial or construction services industry background a plus.
- While a remote position, preference for home office location close to one of the offices within the Region supporting.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
This position is a full-time remote or hybrid position and most work will be performed in a home office setting. The Regional Human Resources Manager will frequently use a computer, keyboard / mouse, cellular or office telephone, and regular business office equipment. Extended periods working in a seated position. Occasional standing or walking; lifting and moving items weighing up to ten pounds may be necessary. Limited travel, local or to other offices within the Region supporting, required.
Additional Requirements:
Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.
Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a Regional Human Resources Manager and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.
MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.
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