Human Resources Generalist at SBA Communications in Boca Raton, Florida

Job Description:

Who We Are

SBA Communications has been a leader in the telecommunications infrastructure industry for the past 30 years. With over 30,000 cell towers in 14 different countries, we address the nonstop demand for connectivity. Our customers are continually increasing their network capacities by building out or densifying their networks using cell towers, antenna placements on buildings and rooftops, and DAS and small cells – the infrastructure - this is what we do at SBA.

The People

As a team member, you are the most valuable asset at SBA. We appreciate and recognize the impact you have on the success of the company, our customers and the communities we serve. We are collaborative and enjoy each other’s company. We work hard to make those around us a success and we interact with each other in a positive and respectful manner.

The Perks

So many! Stay healthy with medical, dental and vision insurance options, join the company Wellness program, and use the gym on the premises. Become financially secure with our 401K plan, our annual stock grant, and our Employee Stock Purchase Program. Relax or take needed sick or personal time with 19 days of paid time off (PTO). Stay protected with life and disability insurance, as well as several other voluntary insurance options. Save money with various discount programs.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

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  Act as the first point of contact for baseline HR related matters for assigned managers and team members.

  
  


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  Assist Human Resources Business Partners in providing basic guidance to managers and team members in response to HR related inquiries as well as the interpretation of Human Resources policies and procedures.

  
  


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  Assist in conducting (and resolving) simple to complex workplace investigations regarding complaints and/or concerns brought forth by team members and provide input on corrective action if/when appropriate.

  
  


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  Facilitate New Hire Orientation and the completion and maintenance of all employee I-9 and E-Verify employment authorization documents.

  
  


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  Prepare employment letters and offer packets for internal employment status changes, inclusive of wage increases, promotions, demotions, transfers, and terminations.

  
  


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  Administer Construction Wage Program (CWP) to ensure compliance and equity within the construction field team members.

  
  


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  Assist in the facilitation of performance management routines, inclusive of 90-day performance review discussions, stay interviews, the annual performance review process, and progressive disciplinary action process.

  
  


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  Participate and support HR initiatives and projects, as well as deliver training and presentations as assigned.

  
  


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  Maintain and/or assist in the creation of position based job descriptions and maintain accuracy of inventory stored in the department’s job description site.

  
  


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  Provide information as requested in response to HR audits and Unemployment Compensation claims.

  
  


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  Foster effective and consistent working relationships with coworkers, managers and the general team member population.

  
  


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  Support the HR department in implementing programs to help improve the overall team member experience and recommend strategies to motivate and support team member engagement.

  
  


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  Coordinate HR communication such as: announcements, HR newsletter, HR sponsored events, benefits, compensation, and engagement and policies.

  
  


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  Assist in the coordination and facilitation of HR team meetings, celebrations, events and outings.

  
  


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  Administer the seniority recognition program in partnership with third party vendor and oversee the distribution of rewards to team members.

  
  


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  Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to fulfill team member related good standing requests regarding internal candidates and rehire eligibility for former team members.

  
  


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  Maintain intern and project-based employee tracker, inclusive of securing the necessary approvals as deemed appropriate, to update end dates in a timely manner.

  
  


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  Generate reports on general HR related activities and assess exit interview results.

  
  


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  Stay abreast with the latest HR trends and best practices.

  
  


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  Maintain confidentiality to the highest degree.

  
  


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  Other projects and duties as assigned.

  
  

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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  None

  
  

 

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

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  Bachelor’s degree required; Concentration in Human Resources strongly preferred.  

  
  


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  2+ years’ experience working in a Human Resources Lead and/or Generalist function.

  
  


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  Demonstrated knowledge and advanced proficiency working with Microsoft Office and related HR software, UltiPro experience a plus.

  
  


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  Efficient HR administration and people management skills.

  
  


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  Excellent record keeping skills.

  
  


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  Knowledge of HR functions, best practices, and current regulations.

  
  


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  Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines. Possesses good organizational and conflict management skills.

  
  


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  Strong decision-making and problem solving skills.

  
  


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  Possess a continuous improvement mindset.

  
  


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  Sound judgment and problem solving skills.

  
  


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  Customer focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.

  
  

 

Language Skills:

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  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.

  
  


• Ability to provide clear, concise and professional communication to employees at all levels across the organization.


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  Ability to use multiple channels or means to communicate important messages (i.e. memos, meetings, electronic mail).

  
  


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  Attention to detail. Ability to develop accurate written materials.

  
  


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  Ability to utilize graphics and other aids to clarify complex or technical information.

  
  


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  Ability to create graphics, overheads, or slides that display information clearly and with high impact.

  
  


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  Intermediate presentation skills able to convey information in one-on-one and group situations to employees.

  
  


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  Ability to read, write and communicate in Spanish a plus.

  
  

Mathematical Skills:

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  Ability to utilize mathematical formulas: to add, subtract, multiply and divide and to calculate decimals and percentages.

  
  


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  Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area and volume.

  
  

 

Reasoning Ability:

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  Ability to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

  
  


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  Ability to define and prioritize problems, collect and organize data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions and projections.

  
  


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  Ability to use independent discretion and make decisions pertaining to basic employee relations matters.

  
  


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  Ability to think critically, utilizing a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

  
  


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  Ability to apply principles of logical and scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.

  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

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  PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP a plus.

  
  

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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  Ability to stand, walk and sit.

  
  


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  Sitting 90% of the day.

  
  


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  Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch.

  
  


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  Ability to lift file boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.

  
  


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  Manual dexterity to input data into the computer.

  
  


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  Visual ability correctable to 20/20.

  
  


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  Ability to respond verbally in a clear, concise and professional manner in person and over the telephone.

  
  


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  Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make discriminations in sound.

  
  

 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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  Moderate noise level.

  
  


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  Cubical environment.

  
  

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