Human Resources Specialist

Bass Pro Shops; Ashland (VA); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary benefits

401k

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Human Resources Specialist for our Ashland, VA store to drive onsite HR initiatives across staffing, training, onboarding and administration.

You will work with the General Manager to manage HR tasks, uphold policies, maintain confidentiality, and foster a positive work environment while supporting performance management and employee recognition.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource
• Years of experience: 1-3 years human resources and administrative/office experience

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite HR initiatives supporting staffing, training, engagement, onboarding and administrative functions.
• Assist General Manager with administrative tasks as needed.
• Facilitate hiring/staffing for hourly Outfitters and ensure training completion for location Outfitters.
• Process and audit employment actions in HRIS/Payroll/Scheduling for hourly staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and communicate HR policies.
• Support associate recognition activities and performance management processes.
• Coordinate travel for store Outfitters and leaders.
• Assist with record-keeping, compliance and equipment/supply management.
• Respond to Outfitters issues and escalate as needed.

Skills

Data interpretation

Relationship building

Verbal & written communication

MS Office (Windows, Excel, Word, Power

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Specialist will lead onsite HR initiatives supporting leadership and Outfitters in the store in the following areas: staffing, training, engagement, orientation and onboarding, and administrative excellence. Additionally, this role will assist the General Manager with administrative functions as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service and ensures a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers.

Acts as a brand ambassador representing the culture of the organization to drive retention and positive working environment within each department.

Helps facilitate the hiring/staffing process for hourly outfitters.

Ensures training completion/monitoring for location outfitters.

Processes and audits all employment actions in HRIS/Payroll/Scheduling system for hourly outfitters.

Maintains “confidentiality” with all sensitive information.

Assists with planning and implementing associate recognition and other activities in collaboration with the General Manager.

Assists in communicating all HR related polices, practices and direction from the company.

Compliance maintenance and record keeping (legal posters, notices etc.).

Provides guidance and support for performance management, annual review process and succession planning for hourly outfitters.

Responds and resolves first level outfitter issues.

Partners with Sr. HRM or Employee Relations Department for guidance on all outfitter issues requiring escalation as appropriate.

Performs administrative duties as needed.

Processes invoices, manages expenses within Coupa.

Orders and monitors store supplies.

Coordinates travel for store Outfitters and leaders.

ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource
• Years of experience: 1-3 years human resources and administrative/office experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Ability to calculate figures, interpret and analyze data from reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

May require infrequent travel to help support other stores, new store events, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Regular computer work, walking, sitting, and standing.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT

Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary

• Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k
• Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

Bass Pro Shops About Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more.

In 2017 Bass Pro Shops joined forces with Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service.

Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort.

Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.”