Human Resources Generalist

SUMMARY: Lock Stock and Barrel is the premier West Coast auction house for firearms, militaria, and shooting/reloading accessories with a focus on ethical and honest business practices. We are a fast paced company currently seeking a Human Resource Generalist for a part time, 20 hour per week hourly position.  Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for and/or assist in the daily operations of the department. Responsibilities include recruiting, on-boarding, performance evaluations, job descriptions, benefits, leaves of absence, employee relations, safety, workers compensation, and enforcing company policies and procedures. Advanced skills and proven experience in the following areas are required: organizational, general office, technology, writing, leadership and interpersonal communication as well as the ability to coordinate multiple tasks, work independently, and display a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality and the ability to get along well with others. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training. This may include safety training, policy, supervisory and anti-harassment training.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and oversees Certificate of Eligibility completion.
• Implements new hire orientation, handles on-boarding and updates HRIS system and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Processes unemployment claims and responds to inquiries from the EDD office, attends appeal meetings as needed.
• Oversees and manages workers compensation claims.
• Coordinates Open Enrollment and meets with employees to process enrollment forms and update premiums in the HRIS system.
• Files the new hires report to the EDD office.
• Maintains personnel files.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google WorkStation or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Be able to work in a busy environment, under pressure, without compromising accuracy, attention to detail or courtesy to staff and others.
• Be able to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative and critical thinking.
• Ability to get along well with others and be a positive member of LSB.
• Must have a valid CA drivers license, clean DMV and the ability to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the Department of Justice.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field and at least 3 – 5 years work experience in Human Resources. SHRM-CP a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to:

• Stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Drive from one location to another
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.