HR Business Partner

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

Echostar has an exciting opportunity for an HR Business Partner in our Hughes Network Systems division. Candidate should have a wide breadth of experience and in-depth knowledge supporting leadership to align business objectives with employees and managers.  The position will partner across the HR function to deliver value-added service to people, managers and employees, acting as a key liaison and advocate of a wide range of HR-related initiatives, programs, and services, connecting business needs and the HR service portfolio. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Work with management to develop initiatives supporting business goals and objectives in a constantly changing environment.
• Analyze and evaluate HR metrics, such as compensation, job levels, and attrition, to guide decision making. 
• Partner with management in a variety of settings including counseling, coaching, and strategic planning by aligning with HR Centers of Excellence.
• Provide support and guidance to the employee population in all aspects of human resource functions including benefits, work life balance, FMLA, ADA, time off management, employee relations, and training.
• Provide responsive and timely advice, supporting managers on all aspects of the human resources function, including HRIS platform functionality, recruiting, performance management, training, payroll support, onboarding, and separations.
• Conduct exit interviews with a focus on identifying the reason for leaving and providing feedback and recommendations to management.
• Lead employee relation situations to minimize risk and exposure by maintaining fair, legally sound, fully documented, and unbiased approach when conducting investigations and implementing actions.
• Consult with employees and managers to address root causes of human resources issues, attempt to resolve employee relations issues with a systematic approach to minimize reoccurrence.
• Provide consultation and advice to managers and non-managerial employees on a variety of issues and concerns ensuring that the individual and collective relationships between the business and its people are healthy, open and collaborative through appropriate communication strategies and management behavior.
• Provide a consultative recruiting approach to the organizations supported by collaborating with business leaders on recruiting strategies and learning and thoroughly understanding the responsibilities and demands of the groups you support.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or business-related field (combination of education and experience)
• 8+ years of HR Business Partner experience
• 2+ years of FMLA and ADA experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with Workday Recruiting/HCM is preferred, or similar HCM systems
• Have a customer service/results-oriented mindset, with an ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Experience working and recruiting in a similar industry such as Telecom, Engineering, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of compliance with all applicable federal, state, as well as local laws/regulations relating to recruiting and employment law
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to travel when needed (10%)

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $84,000.00 - $112,000.00

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.