Position Purpose: Execute HR plans and programs to ensure most effective utilization of HR in assigned location; interpret company HR policies and procedures, laws, and regulations; may perform duties in any of the following functional areas of HR, EEO/AAP, Staffing, Compensations/Benefits, Training, Organizational Development, and Employee Relations; may perform project work as necessary. Key Responsibilities: • 30% Resolve general Associate Relations issue including conducting employee relations investigations and fact finding; administer company's correction action process in partnership with DC HR Mgr; assist with unemployment claim information and unemployment hearings • 10% Identify breaches of culture/values that impact the work environment; interpret and provide guidance on corporate policy • 10% Assist in the communication and enrollment process of employee benefits programs. • 10% Analyze HR reports, identify opportunities/trends, propose action plans • 15% Assist line mgt. with HRIS program related training and transaction support. • 15% Supports training initiatives and assists HRM in delivering training • 10% Assist in the selection of leadership positions Direct Manager/Direct Reports: • Typically reports to Human Resources Manager • No direct responsibility for supervising others. Travel Requirements: • Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Physical Requirements: • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Working Conditions: • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Minimum Qualifications: • Must be eighteen years of age or older. • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in responding to third party litigation and unemployment claims • Experience in administering compensation programs • Experience in administering a company's corrective action process • Experience in delivering formal class room training Minimum Education: • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job. Preferred Education: • No additional education Minimum Years of Work Experience: • 2 Preferred Years of Work Experience: • No additional years of experience Minimum Leadership Experience: • None Preferred Leadership Experience: • None Certifications: • None Competencies: • Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Programs • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written • Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task • Knowledge of principles, procedures, and employment laws, and regulations • Skilled at conflict resolution • Uses systematic approaches