Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Human Resources Generalist Full-time or Part-time Position

At Alaska Gear Company, we work hard and play hard—designing and building high-quality gear for outdoor work and adventure in extreme environments.

Our mission is simple: together, we’re building a worldwide, Alaska-based outdoor equipment company. We’re a growing team of down-to-earth people who love the outdoors and take pride in creating strong, reliable products for backcountry adventurers.

Alaska Gear Company is seeking a knowledgeable and people-focused Human Resources Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations and help foster a positive, compliant, and engaging workplace. This role plays a key part in supporting employees and management across a broad range of human resources functions. Due to the size of the organization, HR workload may vary, and this position will also support general administrative and operational functions on a regular basis.

• Administer and enforce HR policy, procedures, and company initiatives
• Manage the recruitment and selection process for all employees, onboard new hires and provide general orientation
• Act as a business partner with managers and supervisors to communicate policies, procedures, programs, and laws. Advise managers regarding employment issues.
• Coordinate with managers on employee development, engagement, motivation, and retention of employees
• Prepare and present on HR department metrics and goals
• Maintain and administer benefit programs, lead annual renewal process
• Prepare and organize company events
• Ensure legal compliance to Federal, State and Labor laws in Alaska
• Support payroll with maintaining and reviewing payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, changes to pay rates, approving timesheets
• Handling workplace investigations, disciplinary and termination procedures, resolving conflicts through positive and professional mediation
• Manage workers compensation program, including initial reporting, modified duty, plan/administrator, and employees. Responsible for annual OSHA reporting.
• Responsible for managing separations and exit interviews
• Responsible for data entry and data management related to HR Information System
• Maintain and administer performance evaluation through HRIS system
• Develops and maintains affirmative action program; files EEO1 annually; maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality in all matters
• Perform administrative and operational tasks outside regular HR functions as assigned, particularly during periods of lighter HR workload
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 24 years of experience in Human Resources or similar role
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills
• HR certification (PHR, SHRMCP, or similar) preferred
• Experience in a multidepartment or manufacturing work environment preferred
• Experience managing all aspects of the human resources function
• Ability to think strategically, creatively, and innovatively
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fastpaced, dynamic, and collaborative work environment
Compensation and Benefits:
• Salary DOE
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off (following 90 days of employment)
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k)
• Great Employee Discounts
• Free Employee Product Rentals
• Casual Work Environment

Our Human Resources Department is a critical part of what keeps Alaska Gear Company up and running. If you are people-focused, organized, and passionate about supporting employees while helping foster a positive and compliant workplace, we encourage you to submit an application online for consideration.

Important Information:

All applications MUST be submitted online, and only complete applications will be considered! Hard copy, emailed, or telephonic applications will not be accepted.

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EEO STATEMENT

Alaska Gear Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, please call View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.