Human Resources Generalist

$58,000 - $62,000/Yr

Furniture Enterprises Of Alaska - Anchorage, AK

Full-time - Entry Level

Anchorage, AK

11-50 employees

Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers

About the position

Furniture Enterprises of Alaska's Administration Team provides excellent support company wide. This position is part of a highly motivated team working in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking experienced Human Resources Generalist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR operations and be able to provide support in all areas of HR. Furniture Enterprises of Alaska, INC. is the largest locally owned furniture retailer that has been supporting Alaskan communities for over 50 years. Our stores include Sadler's, Ashley, La-Z-Boy, Williams and Kay, The Ultimate Mattress Store, and Mattress Firm. We are proud that we have been awarded “The Best Place to Work” for large employers in Alaska and awarded fourth highest “Best Places to Work” in the American home furniture industry. We believe it is important to provide a safe and positive workplace. It is important that all our staff work in an atmosphere of trust, mutual respect, and have the desire to help us continuously improve our business. We also believe that good people want to work with good people and not those under the influence of drugs and alcohol. We pre-test and random test all our staff for drugs and alcohol. We also do complete background checks prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, and interviewing candidates
• Administer employee benefits programs and ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Provide guidance and support to employees on HR-related issues
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information
• Conduct new employee orientations and onboarding activities
• Maintain and update employee handbook as needed
• Assist in the performance management process, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions
• Coordinate employee training and development programs
• Stay up to date with HR trends and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and/or
• 2+ years of experience in HR operations
• Strong knowledge of HR policies and procedures
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills, ability to work with all levels of employees (Hourly to Executive level)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (ADP)
• Some travel between stores is required
• Pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol testing and background check

Benefits

• PTO (104 Hours)
• Holiday Pay (Including your Birthday!)
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Employee Discounts