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Director of People

    No Comments September 13, 2024

    Submission Information:
    Kennon is an equal opportunity employer and will seriously consider every qualified applicant interested in joining our
    growing team. Please apply through our webpage: https://kennonproducts.com/careers/
    Questions or accessibility issues may be directed to: recruiting@kennoncovers.com

    Job Description:
    JOB PURPOSE
    Kennon’s Director of People will plan, direct, and coordinate policies and activities of Human Resources (HR), ensuring legal
    compliance. This role will effectively engage, strengthen, and deploy Kennon’s people-centric culture of ownership in the
    implementation of the organization’s vision, mission and strategy. The Director of People will support Kennon’s commitment
    to its employee owners – to foster an environment of thriving individuals, where worth and resilience are cultivated and
    celebrated – and guide efforts in recruiting, retaining and developing talent.
    JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
     Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy, particularly related to
    organizational structure, staffing, recruiting, and employee development.
     Monitor and ensure the organization’s compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations,
    and recommended best practices; Review and modify policies and practices to maintain compliance.
     Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support
    organizational effectiveness.
     Administer and/or oversee the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to,
    compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations; performance and talent
    management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
     Identify staffing and recruiting needs; Develop and execute best practices for efficient and effective hiring. Coordinate
    interviewing and applicant communications, and onboarding for a “best first day" experience.
     Conduct research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the
    organization’s human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system. Recommend solutions and
    continuous improvement efforts to Senior Leadership.
     Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent
    management, and employment law; Apply knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to
    Senior Leadership.
     Guide and support effective communication, participating when appropriate following communications and reporting
    escalation flowchart (empower others in direct, candid, and professional communications and documentation
    independently).
     Participate in 3-year initiative "Engaged and Committed People in the Right Seats - Nothing Less":
    Support organizational re-structure including drafting job descriptions with clear expectations. Guide transitions and
    development of staff.
     Guide performance evaluations in structure, content, and cadence to optimize value of performance reviews for both
    employees and supervisors. Drive organizational clarity in expectations, meaningful feedback, and accountability.
     Monitor industry pay standards, support competitive pay increases and standards internally.
     Coordinate training and compliance activities; Document and report as required. Seek grant funding and external
    support to grow and progress staff competence.
     Prioritize and support a safe and healthy workforce; Participate in Safety Committee. Contribute Kennon’s internal
    initiative to be informed, educated, and influential leaders in mental health awareness and suicide prevention
    to improve the lives and futures of our employees, our families, our community, and our state.
     Support, live, and lead our core values; Propose and participate in culture building activities. Practice servant
    leadership.
     Perform other duties as required.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
     Excellent communication skills.
     Operates with integrity, practices discretion and confidentiality; Trustworthy.
     Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
     Organizational skills and attention to detail.
     Efficient time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
     Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
     Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
     Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
     Proficient with Google Suite or related software.
     Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems (Rippling).


    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
     Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
     At least five years of human resource management experience.
     SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred.

    ABOUT KENNON
    Kennon Products has a forty-year history of proudly designing and manufacturing quality products that protect high value assets. Founded in 1984 to provide general aviation products, Kennon has grown into a multi-faceted company with international sales. We lead with cutting edge research and development, utilization of advanced materials and composites,
    and delivery of diverse product lines that include: preservation of private, commercial, and military aircraft integrity; safety in behavioral health; and life-protection for our service men and women. Our success has come through consistently providing innovation, ensuring superior design, and maintaining our commitment to quality.