HR Business Partner - Northern Division

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (“DGOC”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol “DEC”. Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Human Resources Business Partner works as a strategic partner to the Northern Operating Division and serves as a resource on all Human Resources related matters for the Division. The incumbent assesses and anticipates HR related needs and communicates proactively with the corporate HR department and appropriate end-users. The HR Business Partner formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value to the Northern Division office and organization as a whole.

Special focus to be placed on:

• Build strong partnerships with employees at all levels to foster trust and accountability, ensuring that HR needs are met in a timely manner and with the highest level of customer service
• Partner with Northern Division field office leadership to ensure seamless execution of HR-led processes including performance management, year-end compensation, and other business-specific strategic HR initiatives
• Develop an intimate knowledge of current talent enabling input into succession planning, compensation, high performers/high risk, sourcing processes, promotion decisions, and cross-business development opportunities
• Incorporate business strategy into specific HR deliverables that benefits the various departments and meets the organization’s vision
• Provide guidance, coaching, and resolution to employee relations matters, i.e. discipline, absenteeism, motivation, conflict
• Identify and implement best practices to align and collaborate with the organizational HR team to ensure high standards of service
• Stay apprised and informed on trends regarding compensation, recruitment, benefits, etc.
• Work with organizational HR team to design effective programs, processes, and policies
• Coach and counsel employees and supervisors on HR policies and procedures
• Manage and perform recruitment initiatives in partnership with divisional leadership
• Assist with training initiatives including facilitation
• Provide support on employee benefits related questions and initiatives
• Perform day-to-day HR administrative tasks insuring compliance and accuracy
• Coordinate special employee engagement activities
• Oversee New Hire Onboarding and New Hire Orientation for the division
• Execute ad hoc requests and assist with special projects and other initiatives as needed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education, experience and SHRM certification equal to, preferred in human resources, general business, or related field
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in an exempt level Human Resources role.
• Oil & gas industry or manufacturing experience is beneficial.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Possess working generalist experience in HR related matters and communicate meaningful contributions on a variety of topics
• Identify and prioritize key HR needs and develop & implement appropriate programs
• Strong understanding of the overall business environment, company culture and HR systems and processes
• Foster relationships and act as an ambassador for the Company and industry
• Handle personnel issues with confidentiality and respect
• Understanding of company-wide compensation and benefits systems
• Knowledge of current key rules, laws and regulations related to human resource function
• Knowledge of external working environment and the industry
• Capacity to work independently and in team settings with concentration on the goal and common good
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and to multi-task; Sound decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 35%-40% of the time

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods working at a desk in front of a computer.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.