Human Resources Expert

Target • New York, NY

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of the Human Resources (HR) team at Target, which champions change, proactively removes roadblocks, and builds diverse and inclusive talent strategies to support the company's guest-centric mission. The HR team is committed to supporting teams and leaders to build a sales force passionate about exceeding guests’ expectations and creating a workplace where teams love to work. Target aims to provide team members with meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The Human Resources Expert role offers the opportunity to gain skills in understanding federal, state, and local employment laws, using basic Microsoft Office Suite and workforce management programs, and effectively using scheduling software.

Requirements

• Enjoy interacting and helping others, including guests and fellow team members.
• Thrive in a fast-moving, highly active, and physically demanding role.
• Possess teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days, or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times).
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and team members.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Ability to resolve guest questions quickly on the spot.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes.
• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Frequently lift or move merchandise up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds without assistance.
• Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, and holidays); come to work when scheduled, work scheduled shifts, and take required meal and rest breaks.

Responsibilities

• Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience by greeting guests, smiling, making eye contact, and initiating helpful interactions.
• Help guests find what they need and resolve issues to ensure a smooth shopping experience.
• End every guest transaction with a sincere thank you.
• Actively support team efforts and assist peers while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience.
• Work with HR leaders to anticipate and address talent and staffing needs, ensuring the right mix of experience and skills for in-store and digital shopping experiences.
• Lead focused recruiting efforts to help store leaders find and hire candidates.
• Support team member and leader training needs and advocate for continuous learning.
• Serve as an expert resource for scheduling systems and pay practices.
• Be approachable and available to listen to team members and collaborate with appropriate leaders to take action.
• Deliver on all Human Resources processes and programs to maximize team member engagement and minimize business disruption.
• Support leaders in following company compliance policies that mitigate risk to the team member experience.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Work in a safe manner at all times, comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training, and report hazards.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits and programs (medical, vision, dental, life insurance, etc.) for eligible team members and their dependents.
• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Paid sick leave
• Paid national holidays
• Paid vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees