HR Manager

Ken GarffClive, IA
Onsite

About The Position

The Stew Hansen/Ken Garff Automotive group of car dealerships is currently looking for a talented HR Manager to work daily in the dealership environment that aligns with our core values - acts with respect, integrity, growth, humility, and teamwork. The HR Manager will report to the Regional HR Manager. This position works full-time on-site daily in a dealership environment. The schedule is based on business need, generally Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm. This position will support up to 3 dealership locations in the Des Moines metro area (including Ankeny, Urbandale & Indianola) and will require regular travel between dealerships.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of HR consulting and/or generalist experience; preference for large company and/or retail environment with both hourly and salary employees.
  • Experience leading culture initiatives with business partners to promote a more positive work culture.
  • Exposure to employment law and practices, resolving employee relations issues and using issues as opportunities to train towards best practices.
  • Exposure to pay plans, pay structure, FLSA requirements, and employer offered benefit plans.
  • Experience presenting, and outstanding communication.
  • The ability to adapt and lead change efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Manages processes and activities related to full-cycle Human Resources that contribute to positive business results.
  • Is a leader of positive employee experiences and fosters employee engagement through support of the company culture programs.
  • Facilitates training in partnership with Regional HR and the business.
  • Facilitates weekly onboarding, benefits enrollment, and new hire activities.
  • Initiates coaching and counseling to help managers proactively manage employee retention and performance.
  • Handles leaves of absence processes and communication, including FMLA.
  • Completes accident or injury reports and submits supporting documentation to corporate offices in a timely manner.
  • Handles unemployment claims and other misc programs and processes based on business need.

Benefits

  • Wellness Time Off
  • 401k with Company match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
  • Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback)
  • Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More!
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