People Solutions Generalist

People Solutions Generalist

The People Solutions Generalist performs HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the Director of People Solutions. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: HRIS, onboarding, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as subject matter expert and providing ongoing maintenance and administration for the HRIS database (ADP Work Force Now).
• Conducting HR audits to ensure stores are in Federal and State compliance regarding HR processes, regulations and other general guidelines.
• Assisting in the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions.
• Coordinating or acquiring background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Coordinating new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performing routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handling employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviewing policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintaining knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualification requirements include:

• Frequent travel may be required to conduct on-site investigations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; including V look-up, and pivot tables
• Excellent relationship management skills (effective communication, listening conflict resolution).
• The successful individual will be positive, proactive and flexible, and must possess a strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple assignments/tasks simultaneously.
• Must have a high level of confidentiality.
• A degree in Human Resources or Business is preferred.
• Adept at working in a very high paced environment with taut timelines.

Competencies include:

1. Human Resources Capacity
2. Customer/Client Focus
3. Ethical Conduct
4. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Physical demands include:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and to reach with hands and arms, with the ability to lift up to 10 lbs. Also may require bending and lifting while maintaining files.

Educational requirements include:

• A bachelor's degree in human resource management is preferred;
• OR one to two years' experience in the HR field, or any similar combination of education and experience.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.