Head of Recruiting & HR

Human Resources Manager Opportunity

Considering a career with Ken Garff Automotive Group means you are in for a great ride! We're not your standard dealership or group of dealerships and we are pretty darn proud of that. Ken Garff Automotive Group is currently looking for a Human Resources Manager that aligns with our core values and acts with respect, integrity, growth, humility and teamwork. This position manages all local Human Resource activities in support of the dealership(s) assigned to include execution of HR strategies, policies and practices that contribute to positive business results. In addition, is a leader for positive employee experiences, and fosters employee engagement through continued support of the Champions and the company brand program(s). Facilitates training as requested via corporate partners, and influences to help managers proactively manage employee retention and performance.

Interested in people, building relationships and working with and through others

Proven ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects

Have a proven ability to be a credible expert in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree preferred

At least 3-5 years of HR generalist/manager experience; preference for large company and/or retail environment with both hourly and salary employees

Workday experience a plus or similar HRIS with basic data input, running reports, and analyzing data

Wellness Time Off, plus holidays, plus a Personal Purpose Day

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, AD&D and Life Insurance

Flex Spending, Health Savings Account, EAP, Wellness Plan, Mental Health Support, Diabetes Management Program, and Parental Leave Stipend

Year-end bonus program for ALL employees (Garff Giveback)

Employee discounts on vehicle purchase, parts, service and more!

What you'll do as a Human Resources Manager:

Be recognized as a sound business partner with the GM(s) and other managers in your dealerships to influence KPIs, employee recognition, and employee career growth

Lead and influence dealership managers to align culture, employee performance, and initiatives with the values and policies of Ken Garff

Be a leader over data and analytics that influence managers and leaders to act toward desired outcomes

Be knowledgeable with employment law, Ken Garff polices, and employment practices and partner with Regional HR

Facilitate culture training as developed via corporate and regional teams

Ensure all new hire onboarding tasks are completed including 1-9 and benefit enrollment in required timelines

Be proficient with benefits to answer questions, provide accurate information and facilitate new hire enrollment

Coordinate and facilitate Ken Garff Onramp (KGO) utilizing content provided by Corporate teams

Follow up with all new hires in first 90 days and encourage manager 1:1's at 30/60/90-day mark to facilitate a positive experience

It's how we show that what we absolutely value the most (far more than buildings, uniforms or cars) is our people. Will you join us as a new Human Resources Manager? Will you throw your energy and focus behind what we're doing? This organization, that started as an idea by a man named Ken Garff way back in 1932, needs one thing to keep its vision intact and its purpose of reinventing an industry moving forward.