SEPHORA ยท 1 month ago
Human Resources Specialist DC
Sephora is a leading beauty retailer that values its people as the key to its success. The Human Resources Specialist will manage a variety of HR activities tied to the employee life cycle, support employee engagement, and ensure compliance with HR policies and practices.
BeautyCosmeticsE-CommerceRetail
Responsibilities
Serve as a point of contact for workers compensation claims, ensuring that documentation and follow-up actions meet company standards
Support administration of Leave of Absence requests, accommodation requests, and maintain communication with associates to ensure smooth employee transitions back to work
Assist employees with benefits, open enrollment, and other general support inquiries by delivering clear, accurate responses and partnering on escalated inquiries as needed
Manage unemployment claims, compiling supporting documentation and tracking progress to resolution
Extract data from various systems and create regularly scheduled and on-demand reports to support operations and HR team
Conduct periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure all required documents and collected, filed, and maintained
Process employee changes, such as internal movement, termination, and other status changes
Maintain employee data accuracy
Collaborate with MRO in post-accident and pre-employment screening processes
Ensure timely processing of I-9 reverification, as needed
Maintain up-to-date knowledge in HR trends, regulatory changes, best practices, and new technologies to inform policy recommendations and maintain regulatory compliance
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
Provide employee support as needed to frequently asked questions regarding policies, benefits, hiring processes, and payroll, escalating more complex inquiries as needed
Assist with internal communications, employee recognition programs, and incentive initiatives, fostering a positive workplace environment
Support conducting New Hire Orientation sessions as needed
Support processing payroll and assisting with daily timekeeping inquiries as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
2+ years of related Human Resources experience, preferably in a distribution center or manufacturing facility
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS (e.g. Dayforce and SharePoint)
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Thorough knowledge of current employment-related laws and regulations
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 with limited supervision
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to work independently
Ability to raise issues proactively and in a timely manner
Successfully model teamwork and demonstrate a collaborative approach when working with staff, associates, and management
Must be flexible and adaptive to respond to a fast-paced environment proactively
Maintain a flexible work schedule and adhere to the requirement of working any designated shift and overtime as requested per business and operational needs
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
A superior 401(k) plan
Various paid time off programs
Employee discount/perks
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
An employee referral bonus program
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits
EAP
Generous vacation and holiday time off
Meaningful engagement activities
An employee discount
Free beauty product gifts from brand partners
Company
SEPHORA
Sephora is an online shopping site that offers a range of beauty products such as cosmetics and skincare items.
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