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Kroger · 4 hours ago

STORE/HUMAN RESOURCES

417 Broadway E Box 2, Seattle, WA, 98102, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$21.55/hr - $26.15/hr

Kroger is a leading grocery retail company, and they are seeking a Store/Human Resources associate to assist with human resource standards and best practices for the store. The role involves hiring, training, and supporting associates while promoting a positive work environment and excellent customer service.

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Responsibilities

Display a positive attitude, and promote trust and respect among associates

Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive associate, customer and company information

Determine staffing needs based on trends and by partnering with department heads and store management

Initiate job requisitions and utilize applicant tracking system to progress applications to the applicable stages in the hiring process

Obtain approval for any rehires

Schedule, coordinate and participate in the interview process for all applicants

Initiate background checks, administer drug tests, and follow up on results

Process new hire paperwork, update form I-9 records, and create new hire files per company standards and according to local, state and federal regulations

Schedule new and promoted associates for in-store or central training

Coordinate and assist associates in training to ensure training occurred

Coordinate and assist department managers to assess new and promoted associate progress

Coordinate and assist associates with completion of online training modules

Conduct training classes as assigned

Issue, retrieve, and submit training checklists for newly hired and promoted associates

Assist store management with improving, maintaining, and promoting positive store morale

Distribute and track completion of associate performance reviews

Assist store management and cultural councils with associate survey action planning

Assist store management with administration of associate survey as needed

Maintain store level employee and medical files to company standards; send documents to for imaging as requested

Coordinate issuing and retrieval of policy sign-offs and 'read and signs'

Support and promote all company programs

Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines

Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management

Notify management of customer or employee accidents

Report all safety risks or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud

Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualification

Human resources experienceTraining experienceOutlook proficiencyExcel proficiencyWord proficiencyEffective communicationAttention to detailOrganizational skills

Required

Ability to handle stressful situations

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to preserve confidentiality of information

Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks

Proficient in Outlook, Excel, and Word with the ability to learn new computer skills and systems

Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction), and clerical skills

Preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous experience in human resources or training preferred

Benefits

A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.

Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.

Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.

Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.

Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

Health care benefits

Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave

Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program

Participation in a 401(k) plan and/or participation in a Taft-Hartley pension fund, subject to certain eligibility requirements

Group term life insurance eligible, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements

Potentially bonus eligible depending on varying criteria by location

Associate discounts

Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements

Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career