Company Name: Kroger Stores

　　Position Type: Employee

　　FLSA Status: Exempt

　　Position Summary

　　Drive sourcing, recruiting, selection and onboarding to support fully staffed stores with friendly associates. Interview candidates and make hiring decisions. Partner with relevant stakeholders to create and drive succession planning strategies. Ensure the accuracy, integrity, daily maintenance, release of information, storage, and confidentiality of all associate data. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

　　Essential Job FunctionsConduct interviews, make hiring decisions, manage the offer process and initiate pre-screening tests and background checksDrive sourcing, recruiting, selection and onboarding for store positions; verify that new associates are properly onboarded and trained to perform their workAssist the division HR department in conducting associate investigationsLead and support store leadership in implementing HR processes, procedures and programs to promote engagement, culture and retentionProvide counsel and coaching to management on associate issues (i.e., leaves of absence, workers compensation, PTO, policies, retention, performance, succession)Coordinate and deliver (as appropriate) associate training programs, including new hire orientation, manager on duty and department leader developmentAct as subject matter expert for associate data and human resource information systems, policies and processesRespond to and resolve associate inquires with a sense of urgency and high level of serviceConduct exit interviews and feedback discussions to identify and track trends that may impact retentionSupport talent acquisition in the creation and ongoing maintenance of hiring requisitions and new hire onboarding process (background checks, drug screen, I-9, new hire paperwork)Assess data submissions for completeness and resolve data discrepanciesSupport record requests by retrieving appropriate documentation and providing it to business partners when neededCollect data regarding current processes; develop improved methods with input from stakeholdersComply with federal, state, and local labor laws, including minor labor laws and support compliance with food and alcoholic beverage laws/regulationsProcess data entries related to wages/salaries, terminations, status and position changes, newly hired and rehired associates, transfers, time accrual maintenance, updates to associate personal information and other HR activities in an accurate and timely mannerTravel to store locations to drive HR initiatives and provide consultation and support for management and onsite staffMust be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

　　Minimum Position Qualifications2+ years of experience in human resources or retail department managementKnowledge of HR business processes and employment lawsProven knowledge and experience working with external recruiting sites, resume databases and external recruiting activitiesExcellent presentation, oral and written communication skillsEffectively able to prioritize and handle multiple projects and responsibilitiesAbility to build and maintain cooperative business partnershipsAbility to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

　　Desired Previous Experience/Education Bachelor's Degree in human resourcesPHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certificationAny experience in recruiting/hiring, training and development, coaching, employee relations, and/or HR strategy

　　Education Level: High School Diploma/ GED Required

　　Required Travel: Up to 75%

　　Required Certifications/Licenses: None

　　Position Type: Full-Time

　　Regions: South

　　States: Arkansas

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　　Jobs at Kroger: At Kroger, we hire people who have a passion for helping others and who want to build a relationship with our Customers. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Kroger. We look for people who want more, aspire to be more and work hard to achieve their goals. Our focus on keeping the Customer first is what makes us successful. We offer many opportunities not only in our stores, but in Manufacturing, Logistics, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and many other fields.

　　Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone™ and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®. We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

　　Posting Notes: AR || North Little Rock || 2509 Mccain Blvd || 72116 || Kroger Stores || None || Human Resources || Employee || Exempt || Full-Time || None