Human Resources Specialist

Bass Pro Shops; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops in Paducah, KY is seeking an HR Specialist to lead onsite HR initiatives, focusing on staffing, training, onboarding and administrative excellence for the store and Outfitters.

The role supports the General Manager with administrative duties and contributes to a culture of world-class customer service, confidentiality, and compliance across departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree required: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred degree: bachelor’s degree in human resources.
• 1–3 years of human resources and administrative/office experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite HR initiatives for staffing, training, engagement, orientation and onboarding for the store and Outfitters.
• Assist the General Manager with administrative functions as needed.
• Support hiring, staff scheduling, and payroll/audit tasks in HRIS/Payroll systems.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Coordinate travel, expenses in Coupa, and store supplies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Tools

HRIS/Payroll

Coupa

Excel

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 trainingcompletion/monitoringfor 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 yearshuman resources and administrative/officeexperience

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].

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