HR Generalist/Recruiter II

Van Horn Automotive Group • Glendale, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Van Horn Automotive Group has an excellent opportunity for a Human Resource Generalist II to support our Milwaukee-area dealerships! We are looking for a strong HR professional who enjoys coaching leaders, solving problems, recruiting great people, and building positive workplace relationships. This role will support all 3 of our Milwaukee dealership locations, providing hands-on HR support while partnering with dealership leadership and the centralized HR team. The position will have a home-base office at one dealership and regularly rotate between all three locations based on business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Prior HR experience with knowledge of employee relations, recruitment, and employment law.
• Strong coaching, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to regularly travel between the three Milwaukee-area dealerships.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee matters.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• HRIS/ADP experience is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR resource and partner for the three Milwaukee-area dealerships.
• Coach managers on performance management, employee relations, attendance, employee development, and HR policies.
• Assist with employee relations concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary guidance.
• Provide guidance on employment law and HR compliance.
• Serve as the designated recruiter for the three dealerships, managing job postings, sourcing, phone screens, interviews, and candidate communication.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and attract qualified candidates.
• Assist with job fairs, recruiting events, New Hire Orientation, and employee engagement activities.
• Manage I-9 processes and audits and assist with HRIS transactions, organizational charts, job descriptions, transfers, and other HR processes.
• Partner with the centralized HR team on HR programs and initiatives.

Benefits

• Generous PTO, including vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• Gym/workout reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time annually
• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED