Senior Program Administrator Jobs in Maple Grove, MN

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a Human Resources Senior Manager! You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth along with support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: Plymouth, MN – Hybrid – In office 3 days per week

• Act as Human Resources Business Partner to HR, Legal, and other designated teams
• Identify legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensure policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance
• Partners with Talent Acquisition team to support the hiring life cycle, including interviewing candidates, to fill open roles
• Provides advisement to management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues and ensures adherence to various state and federal regulations
• Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs
• Provide assistance and training to management in interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance reviews, performance management, EEOC, ADA, FMLA, and other government requirements.
• Identify employee-focused location training needs and implements training programs
• Administer performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance and equity within the organization
• Administer merit, promotional, and other salary adjustments to ensure compliance and equity within the organization, as well as monitor compa-ratios within the organization
• Coordinate administration of Workers’ Compensation program, works closely with Safety personnel and the Workers’ Compensation carrier to manage claims and actively supports location safety program
• Prepare budget for human resources department and monitors spending accordingly
• Represent the organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations
• Analyze collective bargaining agreement and develop interpretation of intent, spirit, and terms of contract to counsel management in development and application of labor relations policies and practices
• Prepare statistical reports of types and frequency of actions taken concerning grievances, arbitration, mediation, and related labor relations activities, to identify problem areas
• Verify adherence to terms of labor contract by monitoring day-to-day implementation of policies concerning wages, hours, and working conditions
• Represent management in labor contract negotiations or serves as resource to negotiators by providing information on provisions of current contract and significance of proposed changes
• Furnish reference documents and statistical data concerning labor legislation, labor market conditions, prevailing union and management practices, wage and salary surveys, and employee benefits programs for labor contract negotiations

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 6+ years related experience and/or training
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite
• Ability to form strong relationships with business leaders
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills

• PHR or SHRM Certification
• Experience supporting Human Resources and/or Legal teams

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $100,800 to $171,700 in Minnesota and is eligible for an annual bonus. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.