HR & Employee Support Center Specialist

Oxy is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, the Middle East and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil and gas producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of HR & Employee Support Center Specialist within our HR & Employee Support group based in Houston, TX.

The HR & Employee Support Center Specialist will aid the HR & Employee Support Team in resolving common employee issues and standardizing HR processes. Your role is crucial in assisting the team to enhance operational efficiency, ensure consistency throughout Oxy, and adeptly handle employee inquiries. This role reports to the HR & Employee Support Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide timely, accurate, and professional responses to general HR and Workday specific employee inquiries.

* Intake and triage requests for HR services, determining request disposition and notifying requestors.

* Monitor inquiry data for recuring themes and offer feedback to leadership on opportunities for continuous improvement.

* Address escalated HR issues and raise to the leadership team, as needed.

* Serve as a change agent by influencing key stakeholders in support of organizational effectiveness and process improvement.

* Assist in the administration of the unemployment process.

* Conduct HR administrative tasks while ensuring compliance and accuracy.

* Assist in processing employee separations and associated tasks.

* Provide support for HR programs and initiatives.

* Address and resolve relevant payroll discrepancies and overpayments as necessary.

* Update HR data within the applicable system accurately.

* Ensure data integrity and compliance by conducting regular Workday data audits to ensure accuracy and consistency in all HR systems and processes.

* Provide support for internal and external audits

Required Qualifications:

* Minimum High School Diploma and 3 years of applicable industry experience in HR Operations, HR Support (HR Coordinator or HR Business Partner), or similar HR role.

* Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking skills

* Excellent communication and presentation skills

* Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment

* High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Power BI, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook).

Desired Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a related field

* Familiarity with HR systems and processes, Workday experience preferred.

* Ability to maintain data integrity across various HR systems.

* Ability to ensure compliance with HR policies and conducting regular data audits.

* Ability to analyze HR case data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for process improvement.

* Preferred Soft Skills

* Ability to handle confidential data with a high level of professionalism.

* Dedication to providing exceptional service, ensuring customer needs are understood and addressed promptly

* Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with team members, establish productive relationships with stakeholders, and handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.

* Effective communication skills to convey information clearly, listen actively to employees' concerns, and communicate with stakeholders.

* Flexibility and adaptability to navigate changing priorities, handle ambiguity, and adjust strategies to align with evolving case management needs.

* Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines effectively, ensuring that cases are addressed in a timely and efficient manner.

Relocation will not be provided.

Occidental does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.

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