HR Business Partner

Salary Range

USD $75,000.00/Yr. - USD $85,000.00/Yr.

Overview

The Job in a Nutshell:

The Human Resources Business Partner will provide full HR cycle employee relations guidance to managers, employees, and HR team. This position will partner with Regional and Store Managers within various states and drive the roll out of new HR related initiatives and policies, provide advisement regarding performance related issues, and provide guidance and coaching on all HR related matters.

Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.

06/12/2024

Responsibilities

Main Ingredients:

Partners with and advises managers in matters of policies, practices and procedures for the organization to ensure uniformity of application of company policy and compliance with current and pending legal regulations

HR contact for assigned region(s) Receives and investigates employee concerns /complaints and provides advisement to employee and / or management on required actions

Reviews and approves pay related changes in the HRIS system

Partners and advises managers on employee relations topics including performance management, communication, conflict resolution, etc.

Coaching and educating Crew and managers for success

Reviews and approves pay related changes in the HRIS system

Communicates and supports roll out of HR initiatives to regions

Identifies ADA, Leave and Work Comp needs communicated by Managers and Crew. Partners with the Leaves team to initiate next steps.

Presents HR related training to new and promoted managers in the organization

Performs other duties or projects as assigned

Up to 10% travel required.

Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be hands on and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.

Heres an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:

All Crew Members

Birthday Bonus Pay

Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)

Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays Stores Closed

Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure

Paid Nutrition Education

good4u Crew Member Discount

{N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)

Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases

Advancement Opportunities and Career Development

Health and Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Referral Program

Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)

Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match

Diversity Statement

At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.

At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. Were committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.

Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:

N = Never

O = Occasional; 1-33% of time

F = Frequent; 34-66% of time

C = Constant; 67-100% of time

Physical Requirements:

Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry lbs. with a team lift.

Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull lbs.

Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.

Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.

Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.

Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.

Environmental Requirements:

Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.

Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.

Qualifications

Recipe for Success:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience is required, Bachelors degree in HR or related field preferred

Minimum 3 years Human Resource Generalist or Employee Relations experience with demonstrated skills in managing complex human resources and employee relations issues in a retail, multi-unit environment

HR Generalist knowledgebroad base of all HR disciplines and application; onboarding to separation

Working knowledge and experience of HR laws--Federal and State, including FMLA, ADA, WC and general HR governing policies; experience with verbal and written responses to unemployment claims and EEO issues

Demonstrated effective judgment in managing difficult situations with ability to respond to situations with urgency, in a calm and proactive manner

Advanced skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality regarding employee information

Confident in interacting with and influencing individuals at all levels within the organization

Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically or through other means to individuals or groups.

Must be comfortable hosting and delivering training and presentations to individuals and small groups

Strong comprehension skills for understanding needs and concerns and developing and applying solutions

Subject matter expert in Employee Relations is required

Experienced in the application of negotiation and mediation skills

Customer service oriented

Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms. UltiPro experience preferred.

Strong ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

General business acumen and financial knowledge

Strong organization and time management skills

This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Home Office managers that may not be listed in this job description.

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LocationUS-CO-Lakewood

Job ID

Address12612 W Alameda Pkwy

Work EnvironmentHybrid

CategoryHome Office

Salary RangeUSD $75,000.00/Yr. - USD $85,000.00/Yr.