Human Resource Associate - Part Time

Belk•Asheville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Associate drives sales and delivers a positive customer experience by providing a best-in-class associate experience for all store associates. The role recruits and engages candidates, assists with onboarding and continued learning, champions associate engagement, and supports scheduling, payroll accuracy, and cash office functions. This is an hourly position that requires a passion for people and attention to detail.

Requirements

Ability to use data, guidance, and judgment to make timely, effective decisions that contribute to team and business success.
Skills and experience to perform the role, with a commitment to continuous learning.
Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and contribute to store success by teaching, partnering, and encouraging others.
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision in a deadline-driven environment.
Excellent communication skills.
Comfort with technology, including smartphones, tablet computers, and Windows-based operating systems.
At least 1 year of retail experience and dedication to customer service excellence.
Availability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to regularly move around all store areas and remain accessible to customers.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate ownership and initiative in achieving personal goals, store objectives, and daily priorities.
Support timely hiring by communicating openings, recruiting and sourcing candidates, reviewing applications, pre-screening candidates, and scheduling interviews.
Assist with associate onboarding by preparing materials, scheduling training, assigning a peer partner, and providing a store tour; help ensure new hires understand their role, company policies, benefits, and relevant platforms.
Champion retention, associate engagement, and continuous learning; foster a positive store culture through team connections, celebrations, and recognition.
Communicate company policies, support associate understanding and adherence, maintain associate files, and respond professionally and promptly to questions about benefits, schedules, and policies.
Review associate timecards for accuracy, track attendance, and support the HR team with completing schedules.
Complete daily cash office functions, including processing deposits, completing change orders, maintaining cash funds, and performing audits.
Use training tools and resources, respond to feedback, and stay informed about products, promotions, policies, and special events.
Support the in-store customer experience through excellent customer service and store coverage during key periods.
Follow asset protection, safety, and security procedures; support shortage control, inventory accuracy, and risk minimization in the designated area.