Sr. Human Resources Generalist

NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers’ full-field drilling, completion, and production needs. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of oil and gas operations.

NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world’s most advanced drilling solutions. With a long history of manufacturing advanced drilling equipment packages – think Top Drives, Iron Roughnecks, Drawworks, BOPs, Control Systems, as well as complete land rigs, – we're constantly working to solve our customers’ operational challenges. We're designing new technology and robotics that deliver increased automation; expanding our training offerings to help our partners close the industry's generational gap; and developing smarter, more advanced drilling solutions for all types of land and offshore environments. We're continually pushing our own standards higher to deliver the safest, most efficient, and most reliable drilling solutions in the world.

PRIMARY AND FACILITY SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a current knowledge of state and federal laws regarding human resources activities and ensure compliance.
• Coach, counsel, and engage on employee relations issues.
• Partner with management to provide strategic guidance for the business, regulations (state and federal), policy, and talent decisions.
• Help implement human resources policies and procedures.
• Provide advice, assistance, and follow-up on company policies and procedures, and documentation.
• Build partnerships to effectively engage, listen, coach, and deliver effective feedback.
• Conduct exit interviews, serve as company representative on unemployment hearings, and assist the HR Manager in responding to any required federal or state requests.
• Act as HR representative on various committees and as a point person on special projects, as assigned.
• Respond to personnel inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Support recruiting efforts and the selection process.
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting HR functions, ensuring compliance in policies, procedures, and reporting.
• Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude toward company goals.
• Advise management on the appropriate resolution of employee relations issues, handling them timely and confidentially.
• Counsel and coach managers and employees to further company business objectives.
• Perform investigations where appropriate, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Initiate and complete projects and programs of diverse scope and complexity to support business initiatives, requiring heavy interface with the management team to independently identify opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
• Participate in monthly toolbox talks with HSE and Quality.
• Stay updated on changes in immigration laws and policies.
• Provide guidance and assist with visa applications, renewals, and other immigration-related matters to employees and management.
• Perform other work-related tasks and duties as assigned by the HR Manager.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or HR Management with 5 - 7 years Human Resources Generalist experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, laws, and regulations, including immigration and visa processes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.