Sr. Representative, HR Services (T2)

<p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><u>GENERAL PURPOSE:</u></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">The Sr. Representative provides counsel and guidance within established SLEs to Field, Store, and Distribution Leaders, as well as Corporate Leaders and Associates to include: policy interpretation, disciplinary guidance, performance management, approval of all involuntary terminations, ADA interactives assisting Investigators with case management preparation, 3rd Party charge responses, unemployment and DOL claims hearing preparation and participation as needed.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">The base salary range for this role is $54,000 – $74,250. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><u>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</u></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Associate Relations:</strong></span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Provide counsel and guidance to Field, Store, and Distribution Leaders and Corporate Leaders and Associates.  </span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Review and approve involuntary separations requests for stores and distribution centers.  Escalate as necessary.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Facilitate ADA Interactive conversations based on requests from business units, documenting in the case management system and following up as needed.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Work with Supervisor to interpret HR policies and procedures.  Assist Field, Store, Distribution, and Corporate Leaders in redirecting associates when necessary; formulate action plans with managers when potential associate problems are identified.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Work with Supervisor to provide analytics and make recommendations to HR Leadership regarding potential associate relations issues based on trends.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Gather critical data (reporting, associate files, policy sign-offs, etc.) to assist Investigators in responding to allegations, 3rd Party charges, Unemployment claims, etc.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Coordinate and investigate Department of Labor claims as needed.  Track, record, and maintain records.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Guide Field, Store, Distribution, and Corporate Leaders in implementing and communicating policies and procedures.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Training:</strong></span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Assist in evaluating Human Resource training needs based on trends identified in case management; recommending training topics to be presented for Field, Store, Distribution, and Corporate Leaders</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Analysis / Research:</strong></span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Partner with HR Leadership in recommending human resource policy and procedural changes.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Monitor final pay and effective scheduling compliance within guidelines.</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">o    Other duties as assigned.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><u>COMPETENCIES:</u></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Communicates Effectively     </span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Manages Conflict</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Plans, Aligns, and Prioritizes    </span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Ensures Accountability and Execution</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Collaboration    </span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Business Acumen</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><u>QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:</u></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Two or more years of HR experience preferred</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Bachelor’s degree preferred</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Excellent oral and written communication skills</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Work independently</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    Excellent analytical and customer service skills</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    High attention to detail and accuracy</span><br><span style="font-size:14px;">•    PowerPoint, Excel, and Word proficient.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><u>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:</u></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">The position may be performed remotely anywhere within the United States.  This position requires the ability to use a computer, work as part of a team, and the ability to communicate with team members and others. </span><span style="color:white;font-size:14px;">#LI-Remote</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><u>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:</u></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">None</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong><u>DISCLAIMER</u></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position.  It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.  Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer.  We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience.  We believe that it is an essential part of the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce.  Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.</span></p>

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