Human Resource Associate - Part Time

Belk•Asheville, NC

About The Position

The Human Resources Associate is an hourly, part-time store role focused on delivering a positive associate experience while supporting sales and customer service. The role recruits and engages candidates, assists with onboarding and continued learning, champions associate engagement, and supports scheduling, payroll accuracy, and cash office functions. It requires a passion for people, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

At least 1 year of retail experience and a dedication to customer service excellence.
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, along 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, with the ability 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.
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 new hires understand their roles, company policies, benefits, schedules, and communication and learning platforms.
Champion associate retention and engagement activities and support continuous learning initiatives.
Build team connections, celebrate achievements, and recognize associate contributions.
Communicate company policies, support associate understanding and adherence, and maintain associate files.
Respond professionally and promptly to associate questions about benefits, schedules, and company policies.
Review timecards for accuracy, track attendance, and support the HR team with completing schedules.
Perform daily cash office functions, including processing deposits, completing change orders, maintaining cash funds, and performing audits.
Use training tools and feedback to build skills, knowledge, and performance.
Stay informed about products, promotions, policies, and special events.
Support the in-store customer experience through excellent customer service and coverage during key periods.
Follow asset protection procedures, safety guidelines, and security protocols, helping control shortages, maintain inventory accuracy, and minimize risk.