About the Role – You will:

• Lead the overall DEI Strategy for the organization and advance the work of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committees.
• Oversee all aspects of University Relations, including Proterra’s internship & Co-Op program.
• Direct the needs assessment for training and staff development to enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving the goals and objectives of the company.
• Manage specific performance improvement initiatives, such as 360-degrees feedback process.
• Design and develop HR training programs for management and employees.
• Identify and incorporate best practices and lessons learned into programs, including Leadership Development Programs, Career Pathing, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Individual Development Planning and Mentoring and Coaching programs.
• Develop learning activities, audio-visual materials, instructor guides and lesson plans.
• Develop in consultation with Proterra’s leadership, a learning and development strategy for the organization, including implementing a formal Learning Management System.
• Establish and manage formal apprenticeship programs for manufacturing employees.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Technical Trainers on establishing consistent manufacturing training program across all sites.
• Manage Proterra’s Performance Management Program to create a sustainable and fair approach to managing employee performance.

About Our Group:

• As strategic partners, the HR team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company.
• We strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients each and every day.
• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
• We treat each other with respect……and always try to have a little fun every day!
• This position will be part of the Greenville based HR team.
• You will report to the VP of HR and collaborate with other HR team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and other manufacturing facility in Los Angeles, CA.

About You:

• Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Critical thinker with attention to detail who can seek innovative solutions to complex business process.
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
• Strong time management and organizational skills that works independently with general supervision.
• Team-player that is willing to contribute beyond the defined role to meet business needs as circumstances require.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills; Continuously identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Self-starter with strong ethical standards
• Strong Presentation Skills
• Proven effective management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite or related software.
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Your Experience Includes:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Training and Development, Organizational Development or related field. MS preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of training experience and at least 2 years of management experience.
• Experience designing and implementing effective training and development programs.
• Experience implementing Learning Management System and Performance Management Systems throughout an organization.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential, preferred
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business environment
• Experience concisely presenting complex materials to senior executives to drive effective decision making
• Possesses strong attention to detail

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)