Senior HR Generalist

COMC; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

COMC, a leading marketplace for trading card singles, seeks a Senior Human Resources Generalist in Algona, WA. This full-time role involves supporting HR strategies, engaging with employees and managers alike, and enhancing overall employee experience within the organization. Key responsibilities include handling performance issues, interpreting HR data, and driving initiatives to improve employee engagement and retention.

Benefits

Free Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401 (K) Program with 100% Company Match

Paid Time Off up to nearly 4 weeks per year

9 Paid Company Holidays per year

Employee discount on COMC.com

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of HR Generalist experience.
• Proven expertise in leave administration.
• Strong ability to coach managers and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Guide managers through performance matters and HR processes.
• Conduct new hire orientation and manage employee recognition programs.
• Support the administration of key HR programs and initiatives.

Skills

Employee relations

Leave administration

Business acumen

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Smartsheet

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Algona - Algona, WA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $82000.00 - $92000.00 Salary/year

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Human Resources

Description

Who is COMC?
It's a great time to join COMC - the #1 marketplace for trading card singles! Our Industry is booming, and we are building a team to apply the latest technology to card collecting. We strive to continually impress our customers by offering the best service and making it easier and fun to collect!

Job Description
COMC is seeking a seasoned Senior Human Resources Generalist at our Algona, WA location. This role is a critical onsite partner to managers, directors, and HR peers and plays an integral part in applying HR strategy to business needs. The Senior HR Generalist will drive positive employee experiences, provide consultative HR support, and help shape and implement key initiatives that support our evolving operations. This is an individual contributor role reporting to the HR Business Partner, Operations.

Job Responsibilities
• Establish credibility with both frontline employees and leaders by maintaining visibility, demonstrating follow-through, and delivering results.
• Guide managers through complex performance and behavioral matters by providing clear processes, tools, and recommendations.
• Interpret HR and operational data to make informed, strategic recommendations that align with business needs and improve outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen by embedding themselves in the operation, actively learning the business, and aligning HR practices with company goals.
• Conduct new hire orientation and manages employee recognition programs.
• Serves as the primary point of contact to managers for performance management resolution and advisory, from documented coaching to termination, including facilitating document review.
• Lead leave management programs and have expert knowledge with FMLA, PFL, PSL, ADA, Pregnancy, COVID-19 leaves, RTW & safety programs.

• Maintain employee data integrity in the HRIS system (Paycom) through management of personnel action forms, relating to the employee’s pay, status, location, access etc.
• Train end users on the HRIS system and drive accountability to timekeeping standards such as timecard approvals, meal and rest break requirements, time off policies, etc.
• Manage service culture efforts by tracking trends, conducting feedback sessions, and taking action to reduce turnover and improve key metrics.
• Plan and execute employee initiatives that enhance engagement and foster collaboration across onsite and remote teams. This includes full-cycle planning: vendor coordination, budgeting, and internal communication.
• Support the administration and execution of key HR programs, including compensation, benefits, leave management, performance and talent development, employee relations, and workplace safety.
• Provide HR support and facilitation of open enrollment, annual review appraisals, feedback outlet programs, benefit enrollment changes, COBRA audits, and more.
• Reinforce best practices and answer employee and manager inquiries about HR programs, policies, and other HR-related items in a timely manner.
• Support safety program coordination, including accident and injury reporting, documentation oversight, and active participation in safety initiatives and committee efforts to maintain a compliant and secure workplace.
• Assist with year-end compliance reporting, represent company in unemployment hearings.
• Stay up to date with regulatory and compliance initiatives and laws.
• Uphold COMC values, quality standards, and exemplify C.A.R.D. culture.
• Be a willing and collaborative partner to support all areas of the organization.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications
• At least 3 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist role or higher.
• High School Diploma/GED; Bachelors degree or higher in a related field of study preferred.
• Proven expertise in employee relations and leave administration.
• At least 2 years of HRIS experience, preferably with Paycom.
• Strong ability to coach managers, resolve issues with empathy and compliance, and apply sound judgment in gray areas.
• Effective at interpreting HR data and making actionable, business-focused recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional relationships and collaborate across teams.
• Strong understanding of compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced, and hands-on work environment.

Additional Qualifications
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• High emotional intelligence and adaptability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience in a warehouse, retail, or fulfillment environment is highly preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Smartsheet.
• Intermediate Excel skills required.

Work Location
Preferred Location – Algona, WA
Opportunity for Remote work – No

Benefits Offerings
• A competitive salary
• Employer provided Free Medical, Base Dental and Vision plans
• Paid Time Off up to nearly 4 weeks per year
• 9 Paid Company Holidays per year
• 401 (K) Program with 100% Company Match
• Employer provided LTD and Life Insurance
• STD for employees outside of Washington State
• Employee discount on COMC.com
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Library Access

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the ability to work with standard computer equipment such as keyboards, monitors, personal computers, and scanners. This position requires the ability to maintain delicate computer instruments with regular care as instructed.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit or stand for extended periods. The employee is sometimes required to stand, walk, bend, and reach with hands and arms for short to long periods of time; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; talk and hear. The position requires the ability to work with fingers to pick, pinch, and carry out substantial movements of the wrist and hands to perform tasks of delicate manual dexterity, handling small, fragile inventory with great precision and care. The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

COMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. COMC is a diverse workplace were people from all walks of life are celebrated and supported. We strongly encourage all people; including but not limited to women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $82,000-92,000 annually