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Rural King · 1 month ago

District Human Resources Business Partner

Fort Wayne

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$68K/yr - $78K/yr

2+ years exp

Rural King is a company that strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for its associates. The District HR Business Partner provides comprehensive human resources support throughout the entire associate lifecycle, focusing on managing associate relations, ensuring effective communication, and supporting benefits administration.

AgricultureE-CommerceFarmingRetail

Responsibilities

Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with district leaders and human resources leads to provide expert guidance on human resources processes, policies, and support within assigned districts

Guide district leadership in conducting effective associate investigations and making recommendations on next steps, consulting with the human resources director and legal department on escalated associate relations

Ensure positive scorecard results are consistently maintained across the district and offer targeted development where necessary

Partner with human resources partners to stay up to date on policy changes and labor laws

Partner with store teams to ensure compliance with federal and state employment regulations, including I-9 Forms and the employment of minors

Conduct audits, communicate findings, and collaborate with district human resources leads, store managers, and district managers on areas of improvement

Partner with risk management and store leadership to ensure safety and training objectives are met

Partner with the district on company initiatives, such as Rural King Visa, RK Rewards program, and RK Plus Protection

Lead initiatives to increase associate engagement, decrease turnover, and promote internal promotions

Collaborate with store management, district managers, human resources lead, and talent acquisition team on critical staffing and to attract, retain, and promote high-quality associates who align with our company culture and values

Partner with store management, district managers, human resources lead, and organizational and leadership development team on succession planning and talent development initiatives

Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism

Actively participate in learning initiatives offered, such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments

Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively

Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement

Travel to locations within the assigned area as needed with multiple overnight stays as business dictates

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Human Resources ExperienceProfessional HR CertificationEmployment Compliance LawsWordExcelPowerPointCommunication SkillsTime ManagementDecision MakingAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Required

At least 2 years of human resources experience OR an equivalent combination of experience and education

Professional Human Resources Certification or the ability to obtain certification within a year

Demonstrated knowledge of current employment and compliance laws

Experience with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Experience evaluating information to determine compliance with standards, laws, and regulations

Proficiency in adapting communication style and tone to effectively interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at various levels within the organization

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas, instructions, and information clearly and concisely

Adaptable in response to changing priorities, unexpected challenges, and evolving business needs

Demonstrated ability to meticulously review and analyze information, identifying errors or inconsistencies to maintain elevated levels of accuracy

Demonstrated experience making sound decisions in a professional context. A proven track record of evaluating options, considering relevant factors, and achieving desired outcomes

Proficiency in time management, including the ability to effectively plan, schedule, and allocate resources to meet objectives

Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations

Capability to lift 15 pounds periodically

Ability to navigate and access all facilities

Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices

Close vision for computer-related activities