HR Specialist

Bass Pro Shops - Hermantown, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Hermantown, MN

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist at Bass Pro Shops will play a crucial role in supporting HR initiatives for the new store opening in Duluth, MN. This position focuses on staffing, training, employee engagement, and administrative excellence, ensuring a positive work environment and effective onboarding processes for new employees. The HR Specialist will also assist the General Manager with various administrative functions and maintain compliance with HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Support a strong commitment to world-class customer service and ensure a pleasant shopping experience for customers.
• Act as a brand ambassador to drive retention and foster a positive working environment.
• Facilitate the hiring/staffing process for hourly outfitters.
• Ensure training completion and monitoring for location outfitters.
• Process and audit all employment actions in HRIS/Payroll/Scheduling system for hourly outfitters.
• Maintain confidentiality with all sensitive information.
• Assist in planning and implementing associate recognition and activities in collaboration with the General Manager.
• Communicate all HR-related policies, practices, and directions from the company.
• Maintain compliance and record keeping for legal posters and notices.
• Provide guidance and support for performance management and annual review processes.
• Respond to and resolve first-level outfitter issues, partnering with Sr. HRM or Employee Relations Department for escalated issues.
• Perform administrative duties as needed, including processing invoices and managing expenses.
• Order and monitor store supplies and coordinate travel for store Outfitters and leaders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in human resources and administrative/office experience.
• Ability to calculate figures and interpret data from reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software.

Benefits

• Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and conservation attractions.
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!