What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Assistant Manager position at Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op?
Job Description
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Human Resources Assistant Manager at Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op!
For nearly 50 years, Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op has been committed to our values of sustainable business practice, growing the local foods movement and supporting our community. We're proud to have contributed over $202,500 in donations to local food shelves, nonprofits, and discounts for low-income shoppers. With 33% of our sales coming from local Vermont products, that's nearly $8 million for over 400 local producers, we are deeply invested in our local economy.
The Human Resources Assistant Manager will be a key player on our Admin team. This key position will support all aspects of Human Resources and assist the Human Resources Manager in ensuring an organized, accountable and high functioning department. Focusing on recruiting, development of employee programs, benefits, and providing administrative support with the highest level of integrity. Support all aspects of employee benefits and appreciation.
The ideal candidate for this position will work with all of the Co-op Departments, be open to input from others, and endlessly flexible!
What You'll Do :
Manage Recruitment and Onboarding : Develop strategies, post job openings, screen resumes, and coordinate interviews to attract top talent.
Enhance Employee Development : Work with the HR Manager to maintain DEI initiatives, manage learning systems, and support training programs.
Manage Benefits : Takes the lead on administrative aspects of benefits. Handles informational meetings with staff, monitors benefit bills, handles benefits enrollments and removals.
Foster Employee Engagement : Support recognition efforts, schedule staff trainings, and coordinate staff events.
Maintain Confidentiality : Handle sensitive information with discretion and support internal investigations as needed.
Customer Service Excellence : Role model outstanding customer service and assist with administrative tasks, such as data entry and answering phones, to meet employee needs.
What We're Looking For :
HR Proficient : Strong familiarity with HR processes and systems, including recruitment strategies and employee engagement. PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certifications are preferred.
Organizational Skills : Proven time management and multitasking abilities in a cooperative environment.
Natural Foods Enthusiast : Familiarity with the natural foods industry is a plus.
Team Player : Ability to work well with others and be endlessly flexible.
Physical Requirements : Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally and perform tasks in both office and store environments.
What We Offer :
- Comprehensive Benefits : Group health insurance, dental and vision, 3 weeks paid time off, co-op membership, 401k retirement plan, and more.
- Competitive Pay : Pay between $20-27 / hour
- Community Impact : Be part of a co-op that supports local farmers and engages with the community.
Apply now at the Middlebury Co-op careers page : http : / / www.middlebury.coop / careers
Please note, this is a fully on-site position.
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Salary : $20 - $27
