Human Resources Generalist Location: Fort Wayne, IN Level: Salary Division/Department: Administration/Human Resources Report to position: Director of Human Resources

The HR Generalist is responsible for performing HR related duties on a professional level and works closely with senior HR management in supporting designated geographic regions and divisions. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations and retention, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, succession planning, recruitment/employment and employee law compliance. Travel to each assigned RSC a minimum of twice per year, attend Market as may be necessary to assist in training Responsibilities

• Conducts recruitment effort for exempt and non-exempt personnel, conducts new employee orientations; monitors career-pathing initiatives; and writes and places advertisements online.

• Administers various human resource policies and procedures for all personnel across the entire company; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; maintains the employee handbook and the policies and procedures manual.

• Completes special projects by clarifying project objective; setting timelines and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information.

• Coordinates with managers in assigned divisions to monitor and improve employee performance by identifying and clarifying issues through performance management measures (counseling actions, annual reviews, etc.).

• Develops human resources solutions by collecting and analyzing information; recommending courses of action.

• Travels to assigned RSCs as necessary to communicate policies, benefits (healthcare, Fidelity, retirement, FMLA, ADA, etc.) and administer required training.

• Compile wage information for the RSC locations to assist in setting the wage rates for the RSC locations each fiscal year.

• Compile articles for monthly Family Newsletter.

• Develop, assist and conduct quarterly Leaders’ Toolbox training for FW and RSC Managers. Facilitate annual LDI (leadership development) training sessions, and other training programs that are necessary for all managers.

• Assist with planning of special events (company picnic, summer nights, etc.) and profit sharing/staff appreciation banquet – distribution of checks, service awards, etc. Work with Employee Board to plan and assist in monthly company employee activities.

• Assist with community events such as United Way, Big Brothers Big Sisters campaigns, Study Connection, Dale Carnegie, etc.

  Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in a communications-related, HR or equivalent field.

• Previous HR experience in a warehouse environment, minimum of two (2) years, is desired.

  Essential Skills and Abilities

• Ability to manage a variety of projects from conception to completion; training, policies, procedures, audits, etc.

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as being detail-oriented.

• Must be a people person and able to coach employees, and managers, through a variety of situations.

• Ability to multi-task.

  Benefits available to you:

• Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision

• Paid time off to foster work/life balance

• Profit sharing

• Bonus Pay opportunities

• Retirement funding opportunities

• Education reimbursement

• Health club reimbursement

• Career advancement opportunities

  About Do it Best:

  We’re the only US-based, member-owned hardware, lumber, and building materials co-op in the home improvement industry. We proudly serve thousands of locations in over 50 countries, offering exceptional merchandise and services driving us to nearly $5 billion in annual sales. Our goal is to help our members grow and achieve their dreams.

  Culture:

  Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being a part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role.

  Our Philosophy: Serving others as we would like to be served

  Our Mission: Making the best even better

  Our Goal: Helping members grow and achieve their dreams