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About the Company :
GD Resources is a Veteran Women-Owned Business Management and Information Technology company committed to excellence. GD Resources provides dynamic opportunities for veterans and professionals alike to contribute to innovative projects and drive success in a collaborative and supportive environment. Join us to make a difference, advance your career, and grow with a company that values integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement.
Position : Human Resources Consultant
Location : Norwich, CT
Rate : Depends on experience
Position Overview
GD Resources is looking for an experienced Human Resources Consultant to design and deliver quarterly management training; develop a comprehensive employee handbook aligned across organization's policies; modernize the performance management program; update job description templates and role content; and assist recruitment and onboarding for hard-to-fill positions. Success in this role requires hands-on experience with unionized workforces, collaborative stakeholder engagement, and end-to-end delivery from assessment through implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Management Training : Plan, design, and facilitate quarterly manager trainings on topics such as effective communication, civility and respect, conflict resolution, conducting performance evaluations, coaching, and employee development; maintain a training calendar and materials.
- Employee Handbook Development : Create a comprehensive, plain-language handbook; align with organization's policies; organize final content for intranet access; identify policy gaps and recommend additions.
- Performance Management : Modernize appraisal forms and processes; embed continuous feedback and coaching practices; guide managers to identify development and training opportunities.
- Job Description Modernization : Update the JD template; evaluate, refine, and / or create accurate, functional job descriptions across position types and work functions.
- Recruitment & Onboarding : Develop sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill roles; create structured onboarding practices and programs for new hires.
- Stakeholder Partnership : Work closely with the HR Manager and senior staff; coordinate with union leadership as appropriate; provide progress updates and implementation guidance.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial / Organizational Psychology, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).Demonstrated experience supporting unionized organizations , including familiarity with collective bargaining agreements and represented environments.7+ years of HR consulting or internal HR leadership experience delivering management training, policy development, performance programs, and job analysis / JD creation.Proven facilitation skills with front-line supervisors and senior leaders; ability to translate policy into practical tools and behaviors.Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices applicable to public sector / utility settings.Excellent project management, stakeholder communication, and documentation skills.Prior work with public utilities, municipalities, or comparable public-sector organizations.Professional certifications (SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP, PHR / SPHR).Experience designing intranet-based handbooks and manager toolkits.GDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and benefits.