HR Associate (Hourly)

Paradies Lagardere; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradies Lagardere in Grand Rapids is seeking a Human Resource Associate to help support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, training, and day-to-day HR operations.

This hands-on role partners with operational leaders and staff to maintain accurate HR records, navigate policies, and contribute to workforce planning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Onboarding, recruiting, and HR operations support.
• Experience handling confidential information with professionalism.
• Ability to navigate HR policies and employee relations processes.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding for new hires, including orientation and compliance documentation.
• Assist with recruiting activities and interviewing.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR files.
• Assist managers and associates with HR policies, programs and procedures.
• Support employee relations matters and workplace investigations.
• Monitor training compliance and coordinate development activities.
• Contribute to employee engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to support staffing and workforce planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Problem solving

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in HR or related field

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about helping people, building positive workplace relationships, and supporting a great employee experience? We're looking for a Human Resource Associate to join our team in Grand Rapids.

In this role, you'll partner with operational leaders and employees to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, training, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations. This is a hands-on position that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while gaining broad Human Resources experience in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Support the onboarding process for new hires, including new hire orientation and compliance documentation.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, interviewing.
• Maintain employee records and ensure HR files are accurate and up to date.
• Help managers and associates navigate HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Assist with employee relations matters and workplace investigations.
• Monitor training compliance and help coordinate employee development activities.
• Facilitate employee recognition and engagement initiatives.
• Partner with operational leadership to support staffing and workforce planning needs.
• Participate in special projects and other HR-related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Previous HR, administrative, hospitality, retail, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What Makes You Successful

• You enjoy working with people and building relationships.
• You are approachable, organized, and dependable.
• You can balance administrative responsibilities with employee support.
• You are comfortable working independently while collaborating with multiple leaders and departments.
• You maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• You have a positive attitude and a strong customer service mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to grow your HR career with a dynamic organization.
• Exposure to all aspects of Human Resources.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Ability to make a direct impact on employee engagement and organizational success.
• Competitive pay and benefits package.

Experience

Preferred

• 1 year(s): Human Resources

Education

Required

• High School or better

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in HR Administration
• Associates or better in Human Resources Mgmt

Behaviors

Preferred

• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer

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