What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist position at The Good Feet Store?
Who We Are:
Easy Step Enterprises is a top-performing franchisee of The Good Feet Store, America’s #1 Arch Support Store. We have over 40 locations operating in North Carolina, Virginia, DC, Maryland, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, and Ohio. We are passionate about helping our community live an active and healthy lifestyle, without their feet getting in the way. From runners to teachers, attorneys to contractors, thousands of satisfied customers have experienced reduced foot, knee, or back pain, improved balance, and a more comfortable lifestyle due to Good Feet Arch Supports. Our employees’ passion to help transform lives is felt by our customers as they are personally fit with our premium Arch Supports that are only found in our retail stores.
The Generalist will run the daily functions of the People Strategy (HR) department including stewarding the vision, mission and values, coaching managers on employee issues, supporting talent acquisition, facilitating performance management, partnering with the rest of the People Strategy team.
This position is Hybrid
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Interviews and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
- Assisting with onboarding of new employees including creating offer letters, verifying documentation, background checks, and setting up initial training.
- Attends and participates in employee relations meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
- Assist with tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to employee relations issues; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
- Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Maintain employee personnel records.
- Travel to stores for visits as needed, this may include overnight trips.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, accidental, and disability insurance offered to full-time employees after 60 days
- Paid Time Off for full-time employees
- 401k
- Employee discounts
This position is Hybrid
Requirements:Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- 3-5 years of human resource experience preferred.
- SHRM-CP or other HR certification a plus.
- Employee training background a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- Occasional travel (25-30%) as needed to perform the job duties.
