Support Associate Relations Specialist, Human Resources -South Florida

Publix Super Markets • Deerfield Beach, FL

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About The Position

The HR Support Associate Relations Specialist is a key partner in helping Publix remain a Great Place To Work. This role provides internal customers with effective HR solutions to meet a range of business challenges and ensure compliance with employment laws, Publix policy, and our company values. Key responsibilities include conducting investigations, making recommendations to management, providing guidance for performance management, advising leadership on policies and retention strategies, and delivering training. SARS often participate in cross-functional efforts and are trusted advisers to leaders at all levels of the organization. This position will provide service to support (non-retail) leaders and associates in South Florida. Publix Super Markets, Inc. (Publix) is consistently ranked as one of the premier food retailers in the U.S. We are privately-owned, hold no long-term debt, and continue to grow year after year. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism, and environmental sustainability. Our collective commitment to diversity has contributed to our success in being a great place to work and shop. It is satisfying to work for - and be an owner of - a Fortune 100 company that is widely recognized as a leader in the supermarket industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in any field, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of experience managing or leading people OR 2 years of experience in an HR Generalist role.
• 2 years of experience in assessing HR-related employment situations and presenting recommendations to higher level leaders.
• 2 years of experience as an associate relations coordinator OR any combination of the above for 2 years.
• Must be at least 20 years old.
• Must have a valid driver license and maintain an excellent driving record.
• Ability and willingness to work variable and long hours in a sometimes contentious legal environment.
• Flexible in dealing with a variety of situations and assignments.
• Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of maturity, discretion, tact, judgment and the ability to deal with confidential matters.
• Ability to work well with others and be a team member in a positive manner.
• Show enthusiasm, initiative and pride in work, and a commitment to Publix and our Mission.

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 2 years of experience managing or leading people.
• 2 years of experience in Publix management.
• 3 years of experience in an HR generalist, Associate Relations, or Labor Relations role including conducting investigations.
• 1 or more years of Publix experience.
• 1 year experience as a Publix Employment Law Investigator.
• Professional or Senior Professional in Human Resources (PHR or SPHR), or Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP).

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations related to employee relations and make recommendations to management.
• Provide guidance for performance management processes.
• Advise leadership on policies and retention strategies.
• Deliver training to associates and leaders.
• Participate in cross-functional efforts as a trusted adviser.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees