Our growing firm has an exciting opportunity for an HR Generalist to join our team at the Corporate Headquarters in Mankato, Minnesota.  For over 67 years Bolton & Menk, Inc. has served public and private clients in the Upper Midwest with comprehensive planning, design and construction engineering and surveying services. We are employee-owned and for the past 20 years we have ranked among ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms in the US. If you are a self-starter who is able to see the big picture but really loves the details, we are looking for you!

At Bolton & Menk we value employee excellence and are committed to recruiting, developing and retaining top talent. As our HR Generalist, you will work with a team of 4 other specialists and perform a variety of HR duties including:

  • Performs compliance reporting and administers programs such as Affirmative Action, EEO-1, Environmental Health & Safety, OSHA, Workers Compensation
  • Performs safety program coordination, research and compliance; leads the safety steering committee and safety committee
  • Administers special programs for contract compliance including drug/alcohol testing and background checks
  • Completes benefit and salary surveys, performs market research and analysis
  • Provides support to employees and leaders on employment matters
  • Develops, implements and maintains employee handbook and policies and procedures manual
  • Proactively responds to employee issues
  • Complete incoming verifications of employment and reference checks
  • Coordinate and monitor the employee recognition program
  • Partner with Systems Support Specialist in HRIS administration and data verification
  • Provide coordination and organization for the Annual Employee Party
  • Assists the Talent Management Work Group Leader with HR projects and initiatives

Core Competencies

  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
  • Ability to work alone on a broad variety of projects
  • Effectively communicate with all levels of staff throughout the organization
  • Ability to research, evaluate, analyze and recommend continuous improvement
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to assume responsibility, demonstrate initiative, problem solve, be responsive and flexible, and be a team player

Required Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree in HR or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of HR generalist experience in a variety of functional areas
  • Experience with employment law

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field
  • 4 years of HR generalist experience in a variety of functional areas
  • HR Certification (SHRM or HRCI)
  • Experience working in a professional services firm
  • Working knowledge of HRIS systems

WHY BOLTON & MENK?
Work with a creative and hardworking team, who believe in client satisfaction and building relationships  For over 66 years Bolton & Menk, Inc. has served public and private clients in the Upper Midwest with comprehensive planning, design and construction engineering and surveying services. The employees at Bolton & Menk are seeking hard working and ambitious co-workers to join us to deliver tomorrow’s leading infrastructure projects. Bolton & Menk is employee-owned and is ranked among ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. With over 400 employees and 16 offices in Minnesota, Iowa and North Dakota there are always new challenges and career development opportunities available.

OUR BENEFITS:
At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are an employee owned company with excellent benefits and pay and is focused on developing the right work-life balance for each employee. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/our-benefits

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We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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No walk ins. Applicants must apply on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.