Description About Caledonia Food Co-op Caledonia Food Co-op is a member-owned grocery store that draws together the diverse communities of Caledonia County and surrounding areas in an inclusive space supporting food justice, local resilience, environmental stewardship, area food producers and a vibrant downtown St. Johnsbury. Essential Job Duties • Support paperless recruitment, and onboarding, in partnership with (Paylocity) • Process employee job and status changes, promotions and terminations • Partner with health & welfare plan brokers to ensure timely and accurate benefit enrollment and changes in accordance with ACA and other regulations. • Understand, adhere to and/or implement state and federal compliance regarding wage & hour, record keeping, reporting and other regulatory requirements. • Workers’ compensation claims management and OSHA reporting. • Personal and medical leave management in accordance with federal or state law and Co-op policies. • Unemployment claim management and state new hire reporting. • Facilitate assigned training of staff and managers • Facilitate communication while supporting employee recognition and an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. • Maintain confidentiality and ensure HIPAA and other privacy compliance. • Partner with General Manager to develop or update and implement HR-related policies and procedures. • Promote team building and motivate staff to accomplish assigned goals. • Maintain HRIS database and audit to ensure data integrity. • Prepare reports as needed for the General Manager and Board of Directors or other agencies as required by law. Ensure all reports provide accurate detailed information. • Prepare, with the General Manager, benefit, and labor forecasts in preparation of the annual budget. • “Lead by example” following Co-op policies and procedures. Be an example to all store personnel by being well versed in store policies and procedures. • Maintain employee records and archives in accordance with retention regulations. • Internal or external agency audit support and compliance. Additional Duties • Assist in other duties/special projects as assigned Essential Skills • Excellent customer service skills for both internal and external customers. • Ability to handle multiple demands, work under time pressure, and meet deadlines • Superior keying/data entry skills with speed and accuracy. • Advanced computer skills and knowledge. • Strong attention to detail with a focus on data integrity. • Ability to take direction and work independently and sometimes under deadline pressure. • Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills. • Must have good analytical ability and be proficient in math Essential Mental & Physical Requirements • Good customer service skills for both internal and external customers • Must have good analytical ability and be proficient in math • Works with guidance from General Manager • Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of the business • Performs a variety of tasks as dictated by organizational demands • Relates information to diverse groups both verbally and in writing • Prolonged periods of sitting, occasional bending, reaching, walking. • Working on computer 75% of the time Requirements Experience and Educational Requirements • 1-3 years’ experience in HR, or other related field. • Associates Degree or certificate in HR a plus • Minimum of one year experience managing data in an HRIS system as well as reporting functions • Strong working knowledge of MS programs including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint • Extensive understanding of HR trends both within the company and general market patterns • Experience guiding employees to ensure appropriate HR processes are being utilized • A solid understanding of state and federal employment law Other Qualifications • Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA & other federal, state & local standards - including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards • Ability to maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA & other federal, state and local standards • Compliance with all personnel policies