D&D Venture Group, Inc Hiring for Human Resources Generalist Job at Richmond, CA Full Time

D&D Venture Group is an established and rapidly growing California based company with Ace Hardware stores, Garden Centers, Plant Nurseries, and award-winning Gift/Home Décor retail stores throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Our A-players are results-driven creative thinkers who like to roll up their sleeves, take on new challenges every day, and drive massive growth.

That growth needs an exceptional HR Generalist to lead human resources at our corporate headquarters in the Marina Bay Area of Richmond, California. We are looking for a unique and entrepreneurial-minded individual to be a steward for our team culture and to develop a comprehensive and proactive HR Department to match the rapid growth of the company.

This is a salaried position, full-time, onsite, and partners with leadership, management, and employees on planning, developing, and aligning Human Resource business objectives across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support in the areas of recruiting, new full-time onboarding, salary administration, performance management, employee recognition/rewards programs, training & development, employee relations, legal and compliance, labor relations, safety, and workers’ compensation.
• Manage employee relations by serving as the first point of contact for employees & management by conducting comprehensive assessments and providing strategic pragmatic solutions.
• Serve as the knowledge base for all current local, state, and federal employment law matters to mitigate risk (i.e., terminations, performance issues, complaints, lawsuits, discrimination, conflict, counseling, etc.).
• Conduct new full-time orientations & onboarding sessions to ensure new hires receive a proper introduction to the organization. Serve as expert for California employment law issues.
• Communicate company policies, benefits, retirement, and general HR inquires in a clear and concise manner (email & in person).
• Ensure all required employee documents are properly managed to ensure they meet HR compliance.
• Manage, compile & report Human Resource metrics as needed. Lead the planning, development, and coordination of company events and ensure the office is operating at its optimal efficiency by driving daily office operations.
• Provide ongoing communication, dialogue, and outreach to employees (in person, email, phone) including traveling to remote client sites.
• As needed, support recruiting activities (i.e., background checks, drug-testing, reference checks, screening, coordinating, etc.).
• Some local travel 10-20%
• Execute job duties safely and in accordance with company policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Min 2-3 years previous Human Resource administration or related experience/certification
• Experience with California employment law
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, multi-task and exercise discretion
• Resourceful and proactive with the ability to adapt, navigate, and embrace change
• Demonstrates a collaborative and helpful attitude and customer-service orientation
• High level of attention to details and accuracy, with strong and reliable follow-through
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees with a thoughtful and sensitive manner
• Strong verbal and written communication, professionalism, and consulting skills
• Able to handle a high level of confidentiality and sensitivity regarding employee information
• Proficient with paycom.com HR and payroll software
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Extensive Microsoft Excel experience -including advanced functions and pivot tables and queries

Benefits for you:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
• Medical & health, vacation/sick leave and more
• 401k with company matching
• Generous discount on all D&D brands
• Tax free commuter benefits
• A fun and supportive work environment