HR Retention and Development Specialist - Jobs in Amherst, NS

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Retention and Development SpecialistEmmerson Packaging is a third-generation family-owned company. We are an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions, and we love what we do! We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding the highest quality standards in everything we do, including adding talented people to our team! This passion and pride have won us the distinction of being named one of Canada’s Best Managed companies for 11 years running.Our Values say it best:

• We enhance our lives by helping others succeed
• We care about our clients, each other, and our communities
• We are responsible for the outcome of our actions
• We strive to do the right thing, even if it costs us

JOB SUMMARY:The primary roles of the Retention and Development Specialist are to determine why people are leaving the organization and build relationships and initiatives the extend employee tenure. Develop initiatives that will ensure communication among the different levels of the organization. Develop and implement recognition and social networking strategies that support employee engagement. Promote the company culture internally and in the community.JOB TASKS:

• Gathering qualitative retention data by conducting and analyzing employee surveys and/or stay interviews
• Building employee networks/committees
• Serving as an employee ambassador for staff to ask questions and provide feedback
• Ensuring the onboarding process is welcoming, thorough and incorporates the company culture
• Determining gaps where additional supervisor/management training is needed
• Coordinating (and possibly conducting) supervisor/management training and development programs
• Identifying operational/system changes that help adjust to a shorter-term workforce
• Analyzing compensation and scheduling for models that better align with today’s workforce’s needs
• Developing innovative opportunities for advancement and career paths for workers
• Implementing recognition and appreciation programs across the organization
• Ascertaining ways, the organization and managers can be more transparent with employees
• Developing effective staff meeting schedules, agendas and tools for those leading meetings
• Crafting organizational messages that instill the company’s mission and core values
• Improving the employer brand outside the organization within the community
• Working with all leaders to make the organization a better place to work
• Supporting the interview process, selection criteria and applicant communication plan
• Helping to create more realistic job preview opportunities for candidates

COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel software programs
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong time-management and organizational skills, able to multi-task effectively
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy; detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and take initiative
• Confident and comfortable interacting with all levels of management and employees
• Good keyboarding skills
• Proven commitment to maintaining strict standards of confidentiality
• Mus understand the current business requirements
• Diplomatic demeanor to effectively resolve conflict
• Able to gather, organize and analyze data
• Able to create plans, processes, and checklists

REQUIRMENTS:

• Post-secondary business administration diploma or degree
• Three (3) years’ experience working in a development role

PREFFERED:

• Project management experience
• Training and/or leadership coaching skills

Whats in it for YOU

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Profit Sharing program
• Training and development support
• On site gym and cafeteria
• Being part of an awesome team

If this sounds like you, please visit the careers section on our website and apply today at https://www.emmersonpackaging.com/careers/Quick Apply

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