KC Boutique, LLC Hiring for HR Generalist at New Haven, CT Full Time

Summary of Position:

Essential Job Functions:

Would require 25% travel to the offices in RI/NJ (Quarterly travel)

The responsibilities of this position will include, but will not be limited to the following:

The human resources department heavily contributes to a company’s culture. If HR genuinely cares about the well-being of employees, the culture will be one of openness and growth.

Our HR specialist will be a technical and strategic partner to key business partners to support company business objectives and maximize employee experience. Primary areas of focus include benefit administration, time tracking and time off, employee recruitment, new employee onboarding, retention and payroll, as well as support for other functional areas as needed. The HR specialist will have responsibility for planning, risk management, task management, issue-tracking and resolution, interdepartmental and culture related communications, and on-time delivery of quality results. In this role you will provide strategic direction and oversight of the Company’s employee engagement & development programs, benefits, payroll/tax operations, and employment policy compliance. You will develop strategies and processes for efficient administration and education on the offerings provided to our employees and ensure excellent communication and employee engagement.

Time/Time off/Payroll

• Work with club management teams to ensure payroll is issued and accurate for all company employees.
• Serve as the go-to person and subject matter expert for any issues that present in time calculations, and time off, and payroll including data/reporting.
• Work with employees to ensure proper payroll taxes and deductions are achieved for their individual needs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot company wide payroll and time management systems.
• Understand and follow company policies surrounding data governance, security, and process development.
• Provide support with configuration changes in these areas as needed.
• Develop strategy for ensuring the payroll function can sustain Company growth and business complexity as needs evolve.

Benefit Administration

• Support company employees in understanding and resolving benefit enrollment questions and issues.
• Partner with COO to understand benefit plan enrollment and eligibility rules; maintain all benefit plan and rule configuration, proactively working with employees when there is a first or subsequent eligibility event or change.
• Build and maintain operational systems to ensure smooth delivery and management of benefit programs.
• Create communication and documentation to aid employees in navigating the nuances of benefit choices and ongoing needs changes.
• Throughout the year, provide troubleshooting, remediation, and escalation management to reach successful resolution.

Corporate

• Development, implementation and administration of human resources policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all employment laws.
• Responsible for conducting and documenting investigations and providing solutions that have a positive impact on morale and workplace culture.
• Develop and administer the employee relations program for employees.
• Partner with team members to develop and implement benefit strategies for attracting and retaining top talent and act as the main project manager in facilitating changes to plans and concepts.
• Responsible for addressing all employee grievances in a just and equitable manner
• Payroll and Benefit report writing as requested by management.
• Participate in team meetings and deliver subject matter expertise via presentations to the team as needed.
• Participate in quality assurance activities
• Conduct exit interviews, summarize findings and discuss trends and concerns with Senior Leadership.
• Respond to HR Helpdesk needs as well as assist with other requests as needed.
• Work with Leadership to analyze cost impact for plan changes, new programs, staffing, operational/system changes and provide recommendations.
• Participate in department budget meetings and decision-making processes.
• Review and approve invoices for payment in areas of oversight.
• Develop succession plans and provide support to increase skill and development opportunities.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree or related equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience working in HR management and a proven track record of HR department management and improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor others.
• Must be experienced in processing Payroll, Time Off, and Benefit Administration with a minimum of 5 years of practical experience including work with Quickbooks.
• Proficiency with administering benefits, organization, compensation, absence, time, payroll, recruiting, talent/performance.
• A solid and proven track record in project management including process development and organizational systems creation, implementation and optimization.
• Demonstrated experience as a Mediator; excellent evaluation, facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
• A passion for customer service and commitment to the development of a positive company culture.
• Proven track record of designing and conducting positive workplace relations training that drive best practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills. The ability to write clearly and persuasively in addition to defining problems and articulating solutions within a group setting.
• Ability to convey ideas and recommendations in a clear, compelling and succinct way in written and verbal communications; can facilitate action and commitment across multi location, in-person and remote groups of stakeholders and peers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, able to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering on commitments.
• Comfortable working in crisis-oriented situations and be a gifted mediator.

• Demonstrates initiative, is conscientious and provides complete follow-through on all areas of responsibility.
• Ensure that employee matters are handled with consistency, fairness and without discrimination.
• Provide counsel and guidance to managers and associates regarding company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with minimal privacy and numerous interruptions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to do computer work and look at a computer screen for extended periods of time.
• Ability to maintain a composed and professional demeanor within a flexible and busy work environment.
• On an as-needed basis, ability to travel domestically utilizing various transportation methods.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Full time employees qualify for benefits
• 50% of health, dental and vision coverage (50% for Employee only) after 60 days
• Paid Time Off including sick time, vacation and Paid Holidays
• Participation in company 401k plan after 500 hours of work in 6 months
• Educational assistance of up to $5260 per year for relevant continuing education
• Employee discount for their own enrolled children (pending space availability)
• Professional Development opportunities including safety and mental well being training
• Use of coworking and fitness space
• Onsite lunches, milestone celebrations and team growth/bonding & enrichment events throughout the year and company gear

Employee Conduct:

As will be acknowledged upon receipt of our Employee Handbook, it is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperation and professional interactions with co-workers, customers and vendors.

Our business has a zero-tolerance policy for any negative actions or interactions which involve toxic, racist, homophobic, transphobic or otherwise offensive behaviors. This is an equal opportunity environment in which all sentient beings are treated with equal respect and love by all who enter our premises.

COVID-19 VACCINATIONS

Company requires all employees to demonstrate proof of receiving a COVID-19 vaccination and booster is needed as a condition of their employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

Experience:

• Human Resources Occupations: 2 years (Required)
• Leadership: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations