Division Recruiter

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work closely with others on the HR Team to ensure smooth coordination of efforts
• Work closely with Division Management to build and maintain a fully staffed workforce
• Source and recruit top talent across multiple states for a range of positions
• Use traditional and non-traditional resources to identify and attract quality candidates
• Develop and implement recruiting strategies and best practices
• Cultivate working relationships with hiring managers to aid in recruiting and hiring
• Create job postings and source candidates for all field job assignments
• Coordinate pre-employment screening, new-hire processing and on-boarding practices of all full-time field employees
• Generate and analyze reports associated with recruiting, hiring, onboarding and retention
• Participate in networking and training opportunities to grow and support proficiency in recruiting and staffing competencies
• Organize and manage employee files for compliance and acknowledgment forms
• Produce professional and concise written and verbal communication for employees, managers, meetings and presentations
• Assist with HRIS training and development
• Provide phone support to all field employees and management on HR matters
• Enter and administer sensitive employee data in multiple HR systems
• Provide backup support to other members of the HR team
• Participate in and contribute to department and office meetings
• Perform special assignments and projects as requested
• Deliver outstanding customer service to every employee
• Maintain confidentiality of all personnel related data
• Display ethical standards beyond reproach
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of work performed

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4 year degree in HR or related discipline or an equivalent combination of HR work experience and education combined
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in Human Resources with a focus in recruiting and staffing
• Bi-Lingual (read, write and speak) fluent English and Spanish (preferred)
• Strong understanding and ability to recruit in all levels of an organization
• Experience and clear understanding of the end to end recruitment lifecycle process
• Knowledge and experience working with external recruiting sites, resume databases, job fairs and other external recruiting activity
• Strong understanding of HR business processes and employment laws
• Ability to handle sensitive, moderately complex, and confidential information
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Capacity to learn multiple computer systems and web based applications
• Experience functioning in a corporate office environment
• Capability to collaborate with others and contribute effectively to a team
• Expert organizational, multi-tasking and problem solving skills
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision
• Ability to effectively craft and deliver a message verbally and in writing
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritize and multi-task

MINIMUM PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Must be able to:
  • remain standing/sitting for several hours at a time
  • lift 10-15 lbs. occasionally

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of experience in recruiting and hiring, training and development, employee relations and/or HR strategy
• Significant experience and computer expertise with programs like Microsoft Office is essential

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:
Some of the Competencies/Skills required to successfully perform this position are:

• Adaptability – maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
• Analysis and Decision Making – identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
• Building Strategic Working Relationships – developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
• Building Trust – interacting with Kroger employees, customers and suppliers in a way that gives Kroger Division and Corporate Management confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
• Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in the English language
• Customer Focus – making Kroger customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive relationships with Kroger employees as well as the suppliers that we represent
• Decision Making – identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
• Inclusion – appreciating and leveraging the capabilities, insights and ideas of all individuals; working effectively with individuals of diverse style, ability and motivation for a direct effect on business results
• Initiating Action – taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive; generating innovative solutions in work situations
• Leadership – Ability to recognize and provide training opportunities; give clear direction to accomplish assigned tasks; hold others to high standards of accountability and address issues when needed in a way that encourages, not discourages the employee
• Negotiation – effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties
• Self-Starter – working the majority of the time without direct supervision; prioritizing, organizing and completing workload accurately within allotted time period
• Work Standards – setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed