Human Resources Manager Job

Position Detail Human Resources Manager Birmingham, AL Date: 08/03/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Human Resources
Type: Full-time
Travel: 25-50%

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE - As an HR Generalist assigned to the district HR team, this role will support the execution of HR initiatives in the areas of Organizational Effectiveness, Staffing, Learning, Performance Management, Associate Relations, and HR Communications for a district. This role will also lend functional expertise in the area of Associate Relations by helping to establish and manage fair and consistent practices within an assigned district with respect to the treatment of associates in all the terms and conditions of employment. The Associate Relations Manager will also work as a contributing and flexible member of the District Human Resource Organization by assisting other team members in meeting workload demands as needed.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - 15% Works with District HR team on all aspects of executing HR initiatives across a district. Conducts leadership training on associate relations topics to SMs, ASMs, and DSs as appropriate. Conduct store visits and town halls in district. 15% Along with the Region AR Mgr, serves as a resource and provides guidance to the DM, District HR Mgr (DHRM), and SMs on policy. 10% Investigates compliance issues raised in charges at the direction of Director of AR, Sr. AR Specialist or EEO Compliance Mgr (i.e., Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA complaints); assists Sr. AR Specialist or EEO Compliance Mgr with mediations, hearings or on-site visits; represents district in litigation matters by attending and assisting in depositions, mediations, etc. 15% Provides support and guidance to store leadership teams and DHRM on day to day AR issues in the store as well as associate relations decisions regarding terminations, disciplinary matters, performance improvement plans, reductions in force, etc. 10% Works with District HR Mgr and Gov Compliance Mgr to address I-9 and other AAP compliance issues in the district. 10% Assists Region AR Mgr in addressing any labor relations or protest activity in the district; implements union-free learning programs; monitors UVI and EOC action plans in the district. 10% Assists DHRM and store leadership on all LOAs and lost time issues; partners with DHRM and Medical Health Management in addressing reasonable accommodation issues 15% Ensures appropriate and timely resolution of associate issues (i.e., AwareLine process, Staff Action items (letters to corporate officers) and letters received directly) consistent with company policy and legal requirement. Other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

NATURE AND SCOPE - Reports to District HR Manager No direct responsibility for supervising others.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -

EDUCATION REQUIRED - The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 3
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES -

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about; occasionally there may be a need to stoop or lift light objects (typically less than 8 pounds).
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to work a flexible schedule

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelors degree in human resources or related field of study 5 or more years in retail industry or Home Depot equivalent Multi-site (6 to 12 locations) and experience with 1000 or more associates 4 years of relevant work experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - Technical Expertise Communicates Effectively Develops Others Displays Teamwork Excels in Customer Service Drives Excellence

Nearest Major Market: Birmingham
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