The Human Resource Associate is responsible for the execution of the human resources, scheduling and cash office functions. Responsibilities include associate recruitment, hiring, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, training, performance, policy communication, and scheduling.

• Responsible for ensuring Associate onboarding is executed proficiently, accurately and in a timely manner. Ensures I-9/E-Verify and background check compliance
• Supports and monitors the performance appraisal process and maintains personnel files
• Ensures benefit administration and communication occurs in a timely manner
• Assists with employee relations by witnessing associate coaching, counseling, submitting termination requests and administering exit interviews
• Prepares, processes and meets weekly payroll deadlines. Ensures payroll is accurate
• Trains all new associates and managers on the scheduling process and system navigation (appropriate to their position)
• Ensures a timely schedule is provided to associates (2 weeks in advance)
• Approves all requests for time off and availability changes in the system (partners with Store Manager as needed)
• Meets store budget, base staffing, and weekend percent guidelines through minimal edits
• The Office-Deposit function includes all aspects of monetary maintenance in the store including processing the deposit, maintaining store petty cash funds (registers and vault), and performing the sales audit function
• Status check coordination (ensuring printed and kept in binder)
• Participation in morning and workload meetings
• Leave of absence initiation/coordination
• Associate engagement activity support
• Attendance tracking and compliance
• Annual certification compliance

Minimum Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Ability to use computer keyboard, standard telephone and other related business equipment
• Ability to lift files, open file cabinets, bend, stoop, reach, and stand as necessary
• Must be able to maintain Confidentiality
• Experience in retail preferred

Remote Skills: Auditing, Background Investigation, Budgeting, Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Relations, Exit Interviews, File Maintenance, Human Resources, Keyboards, Maintain Compliance, Onboarding, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Retail, Sales, Time Management Recruit Monitor