Federal Signal has an immediate opening for an HR Generalist based at our University Park, Illinois location.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the following HR Generalist activities: recruitment and selection, onboarding, coaching, performance management and corrective action, team building, leadership and organizational development, change management, training, exit interviews, etc.

• Provides input into best executing the company's HR strategy, policies, programs and objectives to promote high employee engagement and effective employee and management relations.
• Assists in preparation of and may aid in facilitation of talent and succession planning, career pathing, performance appraisal process and other project management activities.
• Initiates proactive partnerships with functional managers to identify opportunities to improve business results.
• Provides both strategic and day-to-day tactical HR support for assigned client groups.
• Maintains awareness of business challenges in other functional areas, and proactively proposes "HR" solutions to address problems where appropriate.
• Work with supervisors and management team to monitor performance management process including identifying and addressing performance issues and management of performance improvement plans.
• Assists in management of community relations activities with local school districts, colleges and universities to strengthen Federal Signal’s presence and contributions to the community through internship and career expo participation.
• Assists and implements strategies to retain key associates and create a positive and productive work environment and culture with a focus on talent management and retention.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry and HR trends, standards, and "best practices." Stays abreast of applicable human resources regulations and trends; utilizes this knowledge in day-to-day activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required, PHR or SPHR preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in Human Resources functions required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service focus with ability to manage and resolve conflict.
• Knowledge of state and federal employment law, including HR technical knowledge of EEO, AA, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, unemployment and worker’s compensation.
• Experience in performance management and salary position recruitment required.
• Prior experience working with HRIS, various database and timekeeping software. Experience with UltiPro & Kronos preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in active listening and coaching.
• Ability to take on great capacity, prioritize, focus and independently execute in a high-quality manner.
• Capable of building business partnerships with all levels of employees and management.
• Strong customer service focus and follow-through skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

Company Description

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer, manufacturer and supplier of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems.

Federal Signal in University Park is a leading manufacturer and supplier of comprehensive systems and products used to protect people and property. Our products and integrated solutions include systems for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, industrial communications, and command and municipal networked security. Specific products include: lightbars and sirens, public warning sirens and public safety software. We manufacture our safety and security systems in the United States, Europe and South Africa.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630-954-2000. All other applications must be submitted online.