Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.  For more than 25 years, we have continued to grow and now operate coast-to-coast with more than 11,000 employees with experience that spans more than 60 years.  That knowledge gives us an edge, making us a leader in the midstream space.  Over the years, we have understood that not only do our people contribute to our success, but that they should share in that success. 

Join our HR team and help shape the present and future of North America’s energy infrastructure with a career at Kinder Morgan!

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to provide comprehensive support and guidance to a Texas area (predominantly Houston based) client group in the areas of HR policy administration, recruitment & staffing, organizational development & training, compensation administration, benefits, discipline & performance counseling, affirmative action efforts, investigations, and employee relations. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure effective communication and administration of company policies, procedures, programs, changes and related issues.
• Job requires critical thinking and the ability to manage competing priorities in order to meet the needs of client groups
• Provide guidance to client group management to promote and maintain a positive employer / employee relationship
• Use effective conflict resolution techniques to solve employee / supervisor and employee / employee problems with minimal supervision. Includes counseling management and building consensus on complex and sensitive issues.
• Guide management in the application and interpretation of policies, compensation practices, benefits, performance issues, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action and disability leave management
• Advise management on appropriate staffing, compensation and benefits issues.
• Facilitate and conduct training on a variety of HR initiatives
• Conduct or participate in ethics and other employee investigations, develop final reports and manage solutions to the problems identified
• Utilize workforce planning tools to plan for staffing needs and knowledge transfer for key roles.
• Occasional travel within Texas may be required
• Other related duties as assigned

*Job level will be determined based on the successful candidate’s skills and qualifications.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 5-7 years direct experience in a HR Generalist role

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely frame up issues so that options are developed and timely solutions are implemented, with minimal supervision
• Comprehensive understanding of HR and willingness to learn and understand the business they support in order to assist frontline supervisors and managers in finding solutions within a challenging and complex environment
• Familiarity with applicant tracking and HRIS systems (Lawson or PeopleFluent experience a plus)
• Ability to counsel managers and employees on performance guidelines and expectations with minimal assistance
• Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex and sensitive HR issues/problems
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Ability to develop and professionally deliver training presentations
• Ability to conduct, organize and participate in various employee investigation situations, assemble a final report and manage solutions to the problems identified with minimal assistance and within expected time frame
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedule, focus attention on details and follow work rules
• Ability to organize, multi-task, prioritize work, and maintain strict confidentiality
• Above average proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must be able to connect and engage in a very hands on and visible fashion to effect change and results
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to perform the required duties with little or no direct supervision

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.