The Job in a Nutshell:
The HR Manager leads a group of HR Business Partners and Leaves Administrators who support a select area of grocery retail locations and one of the company Store Support Center locations.
Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.
12/10/2024
ResponsibilitiesMain Ingredients:
Oversee an employee relations and leaves team in supporting a group of retail stores as well as one of the company’s Support Center locations.Meets regularly with team to review Crew case load ensuring matters are correctly prioritized and resolved in a timely manner.Apply the company’s CARE philosophy and approach when collaborating with and providing support to Crew and Managers. Effectively partner with managers and provide world-class customer service and solid solutions to their employee relations and leaves related challenges / projects.a. Train and advise managers on legal pitfalls to consider when making HR related decisions and share more effective alternatives.Stay informed of federal, state and local employment and leave laws impacting our business and correctly interpret and apply them when making decisions or sharing advice.Drive process improvement and document current processes and workflows to ensure consistency to include:
a. Review or creation of SOPs (Standard Operation Procedures)
b. Review or creation of tracking mechanism to provide visibility into volume of open cases.
c. Audit processes to ensure quality of work and identify gaps.Partner with managers in understanding and implementing company policies related to performance, discipline, and related topics.Manages compensation outliers and reviews and approved job / pay workflows in HRISPresent and participate in decision-making committee review of high impact employee relations issues with Executive and VP level leaders in HR and Operations.Maintains relationship with Third-Party Administrators (TPA) related to Worker’s Compensation and is the primary point of escalation to resolve employee case issues.
a. Schedules and attends quarterly Worker’s Comp claim reviews.
b. Escalates high risk /cost claims as needed.
c. Prepare executive level reports and recommendations based on data reported. Identify and develop solutions to address issues and trends in employee absences.Serve as an expert resource on case management, legal requirements, company leave policies and related programs, new initiatives and projects under the general direction and guidance of HR leadership and consultation from the Legal department.Partner with Safety and Loss Prevention to identify trends in Work Comp injury causation and implement programs to decrease incidents.Partner with Payroll department ensuring PTO and pay data for Crew on leave is managed correctly in the HRIS system and communicated as appropriate.Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Provides comprehensive performance management of Crew by actively providing guidance, direction, mentorship and coaching and developmentRecruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff Oversees the daily workflow of the departmentProvides constructive and timely performance evaluationsHandles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and help the company thrive.
QualificationsRecipe for Success:
Minimum 4 years of related human resource experience; or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.Minimum 2 years of team management experienceExperience resolving high volume / high risk employee relations issuesExperience managing high volume FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, employer leave policies and disability accommodation requestsExperience and understanding of applicable federal, state and local employment lawsMulti-state/location retail experience is preferredAbility to analyze and interpret regulations and policiesExcellent customer service and interpersonal skills to Strong attention to detail, well organized and ability effectively prioritize workExcellent time management skills with a proven ability to effectively meet deadlinesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareDayforce HRIS experience preferred
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
Birthday Bonus Pay Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores ClosedPaid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure Paid Nutrition Education good4u Crew Member Discount {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases Advancement Opportunities and Career Development Health and Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid Parental Leave Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company MatchDiversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs. Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite. Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started. Application FAQs
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