Human Resource Associate - Part Time

As a Human Resource Associate at Hanes Mall Belk, your responsibilities will encompass a variety of HR functions including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations. You'll also handle performance appraisals, manage scheduling, and ensure compliance with payroll deadlines. Your role is pivotal in fostering a supportive work environment and ensuring smooth operations within the store.

To qualify for the Human Resource Associate position at Hanes Mall Belk, candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Familiarity with computer systems and the ability to maintain confidentiality are crucial. While previous retail experience is preferred, enthusiastic individuals willing to learn and grow in the human resources field are highly encouraged to apply.

At Hanes Mall Belk, the onboarding process is critical to integrating new associates into the team seamlessly. As a Human Resource Associate, you will be responsible for executing onboarding proficiently and ensuring that I-9/E-Verify checks and background compliance are met. This process includes orientation, training sessions, and ongoing support throughout the initial employment phase.

Performance appraisals hold significant importance in the Human Resource Associate role at Hanes Mall Belk, as they help track employee development, engagement, and alignment with store goals. You will support and monitor this process, ensuring that associates receive constructive feedback to foster growth. Regular appraisals empower associates to reach their potential and contribute effectively to the store's success.

Ensuring accurate payroll processing is one of the key responsibilities of the Human Resource Associate at Hanes Mall Belk. You will be tasked with preparing and processing payroll, meeting weekly deadlines, and conducting careful checks to verify accuracy. Maintaining detailed personnel records and overseeing time-off requests will also contribute to precise payroll management.

Highlight your specific recruitment experiences, such as sourcing candidates, conducting phone screens, and managing the onboarding process. Emphasize how you ensure compliance with all required regulations, and share an example of how you've effectively welcomed new hires into the company culture.

Discuss your approach to addressing employee concerns and facilitating open communication. Provide an example of a conflict you’ve successfully managed, focusing on the steps you took to mediate differences and promote a positive workplace atmosphere.

Explain the systems you use for managing payroll, including verification processes you follow to prevent errors. Share examples of how you prioritize tasks to meet deadlines while ensuring compliance with labor regulations.

Share your beliefs about the importance of continuous learning and development within an organization. Mention specific training programs you’ve implemented or undergone and how you measure their effectiveness in enhancing employee performance.

Discuss how to create an inviting culture for participation in company events, possibly through recognition programs or team-building activities that foster collaboration and excitement. Provide examples of strategies you've used in the past for greater engagement.

Emphasize how legal compliance with I-9/E-Verify ensures a fair hiring process and aligns with governmental regulations. Explain how you implement these processes accurately during recruitment and onboarding, and the implications of not adhering to these standards.

Share your understanding of performance appraisals, focusing on how you’ve contributed to creating a transparent evaluation process. Discuss how you provide constructive feedback and how you've supported associates in setting achievable performance goals.

Explain your experience with scheduling systems used to optimize staff coverage, ensuring compliance with labor laws. Describe how you accommodate individual availability requests while still meeting store needs effectively.

Identify specific challenges you’ve encountered, such as high turnover rates or compliance issues, and provide detailed examples of your problem-solving skills. Share the positive outcomes that strengthened your HR practices.

Discuss the various measures you take to protect sensitive employee information, such as adhering to data privacy regulations and establishing secure processes. Share your commitment to fostering trust and security for both associates and the organization.