Job Description:
- Working together with the Sr. HR Consultant - EEO/AA, serve as liaison for the day-to-day subject matter expert and advisor for the company's Affirmative Action Program, Reasonable Workplace Accommodations and EEO Compliance requirements.
- Ad Hoc Reporting: provide internal data requests for labor market data, and other ad hoc data report requests.
- Assist Sr. Consultant with EEO compliance related initiatives (i.e., annual NJ Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), NJ-Gender Equity training, Official Bulletin Board compliance, invitations to self-id)
- Affirmative Action Plan (VEVRAA and Section 503) and EEO Compliance Reporting: AAP Development - work with Sr. Consultant and vendor to create required AAP reports and workplace demographic self-audit reports
- Provide training and one-on-one consults (virtual and live) on AAP Goals as needed to Leadership and HR.
- Action Plan Development - In conjunction with the Sr. HR Consultant - EEO/AA, develop Action Plans to address any underutilized job groups at their location.
- Partner with vendor to complete EEO-1 and VETS-4212 Reporting
- Provide compliance guidance to recruiters and HR on Talent Acquisitions hiring matters.
- Daily work with SAP SuccessFactors, MS Excel (Advanced), Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat.
- Assist with management of the Company's disability (ADA), pregnancy (PWFA), and religious workplace accommodation processes, including but not limited to:
- Engaging in the interactive process
- HIPAA compliant recordkeeping (documentation, databases)
- Drafting correspondence to employees and healthcare providers
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and 1-3 experience in a compliance role, or equivalent experience
- 8-10 years of relevant experience (HR compliance, affirmative action, ADA accommodations, etc.).
- An integrated team player, with the ability to effectively communicate and work among various other groups as well as independently
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and demanding workload; demonstrated planning and organizing skills
- Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter, including keeping up to date on industry changes and developments
- Ability to think critically and analytically to identify and implement efficiency and effectiveness improvements to key aspects of Compliance program
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- At least 4 years of experience performing this specific job function and requires minimal managerial oversight/direction.
- Requires familiarity with Title VII, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, VEVRAA, FMLA, ADA, PWFA.
- Familiar with SAP SuccessFactors, Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat.
- Comfortable working in a legally sensitive environment; can navigate ambiguity in legal and workplace compliance spaces.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, especially in sensitive situations.
- Understanding of AAPs, EEOC practices, and OFCCP audit processes.
Benefits:
Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.