UGI Utilities, Inc.

Human Resources Manager

Wilkes-Barre, PA

full_time

About This Job

Requisition Number: 26131

At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.

We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.

UGI is committed to acting in a sustainable and socially responsible manner to minimize our impact on the environment and to enrich the lives of our customers, communities, and employees. To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page .

Apply to UGI Utilities today to share in our mission and support countless neighbors, friends, and families in providing best-in-class products and services!

Job Summary:

Provide Human Resources leadership and services in all major functional areas including recruiting and staffing, employee and labor relations, compensation and benefits, Workers’ Compensation, safety, drug and alcohol program oversight, and wellness programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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HR Generalist- Provide counsel and support to local operations management in all areas of Human Resources, Coordinate efforts with appropriate divisional Human Resources personnel and functional management. Serve as a facilitator between groups and sections to accomplish area goals. Assist in the development and facilitation of training programs and initiatives as required.

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Labor Relations- Provide local labor contract clarification, interpretation, administration, grievance investigation and grievance avoidance. Provide information and analysis to support Area Operations Management. Facilitate appropriate grievance discussions and coordinate written responses. Serve as Company Representative and prepare local cases for unemployment compensation, human relations commission, EEOC, NLRB, etc.

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Benefits Support- Administer compensation and benefits programs. Administer and maintain records pertaining to employee benefits. Provide timely responses to employee and retiree inquiries regarding benefits questions, HR policies and other issues. Develop and monitor HR expense budget for assigned areas.

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Safety Support all safety related initiatives. Coordinate worker’s compensation claims. Actively promote the use of light/restricted duty for employees on workers compensation or otherwise in conjunction with approved medical restrictions in order to contain costs. Review and recommend settlements where appropriate, Serve as an advocate and promote all safety, wellness, and educational initiatives. Also serves as Designated Employer Representative for UGI’s Anti-Drug and Anti-Alcohol programs.

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Recruiting- Manage and implement recruiting, selection, and hiring for assigned area consistent with established standards and affirmative action objectives. Coordinate new employee orientations for same.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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In depth knowledge of human resources, employee and labor relations policies, practices, and procedures; compensation policy, wage and hour laws, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, ADEA, EEO/AAP policy and procedure; relocation policy; familiarity with NLRA/NLRB; recruiting, interviewing, staffing guidelines, etc. Current applicable regulations/laws governing all aspects of Human Resources activity.

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Writing skills – able to communicate effectively in written form in order to write grievance responses, document disciplinary action, assist with written performance improvement plans, etc.

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Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA drug and alcohol testing regulations

Education and Experience:

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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration with an emphasis on Human Resources or related field

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Minimum of 10 years of progressive work-related experience in Human Resources

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SPHR – preferred but not required

UGI Utilities, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.

As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.