Job Summary:

　　The Human Resources Business Partner acts as an internal management consultant for the Southern Company Gas organization. This position will support the Southern Operations. The HR Business Partner will provide strategic HR consulting and services to these client groups in support of achieving business results. Areas that are specifically targeted include: leadership and team effectiveness, organizational effectiveness and design, workforce planning, leadership development, performance management, employee relations, recruitment, organizational planning, compliance with HR policies & procedures and compensation. The role will be involved in implementing and managing all Human Resources initiatives that impact the businesses. This position does require engagement with a unionized workforce.

　　This position is being posted as part of a job family. The position may be filled as an HR Business Consultant level 5 or level 6 – based on experience.

　　Functional Expertise:

　　Provide HR business support through counsel and guidance concerning all aspects of human resource issues to leaders and employees to include demonstrated technical knowledge of all major Human Resources disciplines such as performance management, leadership development, succession & development planning, compensation, employee relations, policies & practices, workforce planning & strategic staffing, project management, organizational effectiveness principles, metrics, and organizational change

　　Engage with union employees and interpret/communicate contract language.

　　Liaise with Labor Relations in handling issues and grievances

　　Ability to respect and maintain confidential and sensitive information

　　Outstanding facilitation, listening, & presentation skills

　　Analytical skills used to interpret data such as demographics, employee assessments, employee surveys, retention, and workforce trends

　　Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and to manage multiple tasks

　　Ensure leaders have the awareness, information, and tools to establish and maintain effective working environments for their people

　　Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations concerning employment, company policies that affect employment and employee discipline

　　Promote the Company’s values and culture to improve decision-making and performance

　　Implement strategies in collaboration with business and HR leaders to improve the Company’s employment brands and overall workforce effectiveness

　　Provide input to the HR Centers of Excellence (COE) to ensure program offerings are properly aligned with business strategies and priorities and to minimize employee relations issue

　　Assists in planning organizational change within client groups (e.g., reductions in force, reorganizations, etc.)

　　Provide recommendations regarding performance management, termination decisions and coaching while ensuring fairness

　　Track issues and identify trends. Review and analyze information to make sound employee relations recommendations to clients

　　Conduct investigations including complaints of harassment, code violations and EEO issues and make recommendations to minimize company exposure

　　Ensure client groups are aware of human resources initiatives and how these initiatives impact them

　　Business Acumen:

　　Continually evaluate the current employee engagement climate and the business plans to ensure alignment and readiness to perform

　　Consult at all levels with assigned business unit leaders concerning their organizational needs and business strategies

　　Develop a deep understanding of the business and employees that shapes the expectations and trajectory of future performance capabilities

　　Know the current, short term and long-term business status and direction as well as industry and general workforce trends

　　Engagement:

　　Collaborate with the COEs to include Legal, Training, Benefits, Compensation, and other shared service organizations to ensure effective compliance efforts, program offerings and employee support

　　Demonstrated ability to consult with all levels of executives/management

　　Ability to champion and influence change and a willingness to take risks

　　Strong leadership skills: influencing, developing, and coaching employees & leaders and motivating others

　　Collaborate extensively with assigned business unit leadership to ensure services are effectively aligned with the needs of the business as well as providing best-in-class contributions to business efforts

　　Influence leaders and employees regarding their decisions and behaviors impacting business performance

　　Disseminate and interpret HR policies and procedures; serve as HR subject matter expert for employment practices and procedures, as needed

　　Attend client staff meetings, front office meetings and other business meetings hosted by the client

　　Work closely with all HR functional groups to support and implement HR related initiatives

　　Facilitate training programs to client groups, as needed (e.g., New Hire Orientation, Performance Management, Open Enrollment, etc.)

　　Driving Results:

　　Manage the execution and delivery of people programs (e.g., performance management, talent review, succession planning, change management, partnership with Talent Development on deliverables, etc.) to maximize their impact as well as minimize disruption to the business

　　Review business units’ performance management results, compile data and facilitate calibration meetings

　　Gather data and deliver insightful analysis and recommendations to business concerning current people capabilities, climate and performance as well as concerning future needs

　　Ensure successful implementation and delivery of Human Resources products and services to client groups

　　Ensure the Human Resources organization’s strategic and tactical initiatives are effectively executed

　　Consult with management of client organizations on HR business planning and organizational effectiveness issues

　　Maintain a work environment that emphasizes professional excellence, teamwork, customer satisfaction, and personal growth

　　Provide a high level of customer service that is cost effective, and value added

　　Develop programs and lead projects to support business objectives

　　Partner with Southern Company Services leaders and internal committees to provide strategic support for all HR initiatives

　　Level 5

　　Education, Certifications/Licenses:

　　Required:

　　BA/BS in Business, Human Resources, or related fieldPreferred:

　　Advanced degree in business with focus in HR, employment law or a related field, HR certification (e.g., PHR or SHRM – CP)

　　Related Work Experience:

　　Required:

　　3 years HR Generalist experience including experience in the following areas: Organizational Development, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, and BenefitsPreferred:

　　1 -2 years Labor Relations experienceApplicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.Level 6

　　Education, Certifications/Licenses:

　　Required:

　　BA/BS in Business, Human Resources, or related fieldPreferred:

　　Advanced degree in business with focus in HR, employment law or a related field, HR certification (e.g., PHR or SHRM – CP)Related Work Experience:

　　Required:

　　3-5 years progressive HR Generalist experience including experience in the following areas: Organizational Development, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, and BenefitsPreferred:

　　2+ years Labor Relations experience Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.Specific Skills & Knowledge:

　　Required:

　　Demonstrated ability to anticipate value added business need of clients

　　Solid working knowledge of employment and labor law

　　Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate, and problem-solve effectively

　　Ability to speak, present, and facilitate in group settings – both in person and virtually

　　Relationship and influence skills

　　Strong critical thinking skills

　　Ability to multitask and manage functionally diverse client relationships

　　Strong analytical and consultative abilities

　　Ability to effectively communicate (both written and verbal) at all levels of an organization

　　Ability to effectively discuss and resolve conflicts

　　Proficiently in MS office suite – Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Word

　　Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

　　Office environment, 25% travel. Some overnight travel required.Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of over four million U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to a supply of clean, safe, reliable and affordable natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.

　　Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

　　Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

　　Job Identification: 4056

　　Job Category: Human Resources

　　Job Schedule: Full time

　　Company: Atlanta Gas Light