Human Resources Generalist

Summary: Assists the human resources team in planning and coordinating human resource management activities to maximize the strategic use of human resources and maintain functions such as employee relations, compensation, benefits, payroll, recruitment, personnel policies, and regulatory compliance. Partner closely with the management team to implement HR programs and processes that support Hometown Pharmacy’s mission and operations.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities include the following: [Other duties may be assigned.]

The mission of this office is to be recognized by all employees as a source for information, assistance and resources in all aspects of their employment relationship with Hometown Pharmacy.

Responsible for orientation of new employees and ensuring their understanding of the Hometown Pharmacy brand and their role in enhancing it.

Assist the human resources team to coach the employees and managers to maximize the impact of the company’s performance management process. Handle employee relations issues, including employee counseling actions and termination decisions. Escalate problems as needed to senior management.

Ensure effective communication to employees of company-related information and initiatives.

Assist the human resources team in implementing approved Corporate HR policies and procedures as necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities.

Leadership role in the department includes, but is not limited to: None

Supervisory Controls.

Level of supervisory oversight and guidance is:

• Position reports to the Director of Communications

Qualifications and Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years hands-on Human Resources management experience, preferably in a retail or healthcare environment. Must be able to work well with all levels of employees, and provide sound HR recommendations and communicate clearly. Solid understanding of employment laws, compliance regulations and HR best practices is required. Prior experience with a payroll payment system is a plus.

Other skills include:

• Ability to properly balance employee advocacy with the business needs

• Strong analytical skills and creative problem solving ability

• High level of self-confidence and an ability to act as role model of company values

• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Basic accounting and math skills preferred

• Requires a full understanding of how all functions of the organization work and integrate

• Must have above average computer skills, including Microsoft WORD and EXCEL©

• Basic understanding of HR regulatory and insurance issues is also required

Tool Requirements

Computer

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

BBA degree in Human Resources or related business management field, or equivalent experience.

DRIVER’S CERTIFICATES and LICENSES

Valid driver’s license

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. See also physical/environmental sheet attached.

Position requires setting in front of computer, document reading and phone contact with employees and providers of outside services. Some travel to stores required.

Work Environment.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.