Ekso Bionics, Inc Hiring for HR Manager at Richmond, CA Full Time

I. POSITION SUMMARY:
The Human Resources Manager leads execution of key HR activities. With a broad scope of responsibilities, the successful candidate will execute proactively and flawlessly with a high attention to detail. He/She will be skilled at multi-tasking with limited supervision accomplishing tasks expeditiously across a variety of subjects within this functions working cross organizationally to achieve objectives in support of business strategy.

II. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ø Manages specific aspects of the human resources (HR) function (Staffing, Benefits, Training and Compensation) from a process design and development, communication and rollout, compliance and execution perspective.

o Staffing Lead: From start to hire, leads the staffing and recruitment process for full time, part time and contingent workforce globally. Assesses business needs for positions and recommends headcount for budget planning in discussion with key functional leaders. Facilitates job description development based on work analysis of team functions. Assists managers in identifying and securing sourcing resources. Coaches managers on applicant tracking, resume review, interview process / team development and overall selection strategies. Supports development of offers. Facilitates immigration activities and owns all compliance and reporting required under EEO/AAP, FLSA, federal grants, government customer contracts and other applicable staffing laws.

§ Develops and administers staffing/employment/recruiting programs. Works with hiring manager to document requirements of job openings and opens requisition(s). Determines appropriate recruiting sources for posting positions. Promotes company culture to candidates and external service providers. Creates and maintains all applicable staffing tools and templates and processes/procedures to support manager effectiveness and efficiency in hiring practices.

§ Pre-screen resumes, supports documentation of candidate evaluation and interview processes, and facilitates reference and background checks. Develops and maintains all staffing procedures and associated policies to ensure compliance with legal, quality and federal grant requirements.

§ Develop, support and maintain college recruiting, affirmative action, career development and other staffing programs.

§ Facilitate consultant engagements, intern and temp assignments (contingent workforce needs). Works closely with third party payroll, recruitment and contingent worker agencies.

§ Maintains relationships with and manages vendors including recruiters, contingent worker agencies, affirmative action consultants, relocation specialists, background checks, immigration attorneys and other compliance or recruitment related support services.

o Global Employee Benefits and Compliance Leadership:
§ Designs, develops and communicates the company’s benefits program with respect to plan options, policy features, enrollment, eligibility and other requirements. Ensures company compliance with international, federal and state laws.

§ Manages leaves of absence, healthcare and financial benefits annual benchmarking and open enrollment processes, foreign pension schemes, 401k annual compliance and reporting activities and all eligibility criteria.

§ Works with systems providers to insure data integrity of benefits information and audits data entry function and billing for accuracy and compliance verification. Maintains compliance with global data privacy laws.

o Compensation Liaison: Performs data gathering and analysis as it relates to compensation and/or benefits activities.

§ Develops and/or participates in compensation surveys. Reviews new or revised positionfications to determine appropriate salary grade assignments.

§ Reviews existing and proposed statutory requirements governing compensation administration and recommends appropriate courses of action including FLSA exemptions.

§ Leads global administration and execution of compensation tools including incentive compensation, bonus plans, sales compensation and stock options plans.

o Facilitates employee development, training, conducts needs assessments, sources employee development partners, coordinates and leads training and development opportunities. Owns annual compliance training requirements from planning through execution, tracking and reporting required.

o Conducts employee surveys to assess needs, conducts exit interviews, counsels employees concerning work-related issues, provides feedback to management and maintains HR metrics dashboard to achieve continuous improvement and cultural alignment of programs and services provided to employees. Maintains cost controls and makes effective recommendations regarding the value and cost of benefits provided to all employees globally.

o Research, develop, write and review employee handbooks. Conduct research and analyze data on assigned projects. Facilitates the formulation of personnel policies, procedures and on-going updates.

o Leads and facilitates internal/external communication through review and edit of communications prior to dissemination to ensure accuracy, clarity, and appropriateness. Ensures a “culture voice” permeates messaging to employees and stakeholders. Coordinates efforts with others who focus on external communications (i.e., marketing communications, investor relations).

§ Works closely with executive management team and departments to stay informed of company developments and trends. Assists with the development and implementation of new and existing communication vehicles.

Ø Quality Assurance / Regulatory Affairs Compliance and Support: Prepares materials for and attends investigator audits or meetings. Follows standard operating procedures. Reviews procedures, documents processes and tracks metrics as required by the Quality Management System. Insures employee documentation requirements are met and provided to auditors upon request.

Ø Facilitates solving employee relations and compliance issues with Accounting / Finance function including but not limited to Workers’ Compensation Insurance, headcount and organization reporting, HRIS to Payroll systems interface problem resolution, Leave of Absence coordination, etc.

Ø Coordinates with legal functions and outside counsel regarding employee issues, stock options plan implementation, data storage to insure employment legal requirements are met.

III. POSITION SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors’ degree in Human Resources, Business or related discipline required.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a high growth Human Resources functional role.
• Experience in at least two (2) of the following Human Resources disciplines: Recruiting/Staffing, Benefits, Policies/Compliance, Compensation, Employee Communications/Relations, or Employee Development / Training.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, facilitate and coordinate activities in a fast paced environment; highly organized individual with an ability to work autonomously receiving limited direction while still achieving results that have a positive impact on the business.
• Demonstrated ability to work positively with others across global cultures, organization functions at all levels.
• Experience working with issues, activities and records requiring a high level of confidentiality is a must.
• Efficient, detail oriented, self-starter with excellent communications skills: verbal, written and presentation development and delivery. Demonstrated ability to build sound HR infrastructure elements that demonstrate value to employees and the company.
• Experience effectively managing and building relationships with partners and vendors including legal, recruiting/staffing, benefits and other organizations that provide services for employees and company.
• Budget experience working with financial models and cost tracking along with metrics development, analysis, maintenance and a demonstrated track record of sound decision making towards continuous improvement.
• Experience utilizing problem solving techniques, statistical process control, process capability, ISO 9001/ISO13485; familiarity in working with regulatory agencies desired.
• Requires extremely effective proven communication skills to research, develop, document, interpret and explain policies and procedures to others.
• Strong ability to learn and grow quickly.
• Self-driven and innovative problem solver of open ended challenges.
• Demonstrates a high sense of urgency, initiative and common sense. Must present a professional demeanor and demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Shows positive energy to work quickly and efficiently with detail and accuracy; able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Be computer literate and must be proficient with all standard office equipment.
• Consistently uses excellent verbal and written communication skills. Requires effective communication, persuasion and technical skills to develop, present and implement ideas to corporate management.
• Able to work independently and prioritize numerous duties effectively.