Dsw Associate Store Manager Jobs in Colby, KS (NOW HIRING)

The Human Resource Store Specialist must have physical strength and be able to perform the physical tasks of the position.  This position works in a retail grocery store environment. 

• Ability to sit at computer workstation and/or desk for a full shift. 
• Ability to enter data and look at monitor for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to stand, walk and/or sit for up to two-thirds of a full shift.  
• Ability to perform tasks involving repetitive motion for up to two-thirds of a full shift. 
• Ability to reach above 
• /below shoulder level for up to one-third of a full shift. 
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, balance and/or crawl for up to one-third of a full shift. 
• Ability to talk and/or hear  
• for a full shift. 
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds for up to one-third of a full shift. 
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. 

Potential Career Path from this position: 

• Lead Human Resource Store Specialist 
• Other Department Head Back-up Positions 
• Division or corporate entry level HR ASP positions. 

Disclaimer: 

• The physical demands, job duties,The Kroger Co. 
• Dillon Stores Division Position Profile 
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• Position Title:  Human Resource Store Specialist (HRSS)  
• Department:  Store Operations 
• Position Reports To:  Store Management dotted line to Human Resources 
• FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt 
• Profile last updated:  January 2013 
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• Position Summary: 
• The primary purpose of this position is to manage all Human Resource functions on behalf of the store management team. Frequent independent judgments are essential. The Human Resources Store Specialist (HRSS) must maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws.  This position requires a comprehensive understanding of all necessary operating systems and programs related to these responsibilities. 
• Essential Job Functions: 
• Our People Are Great (OPAG) Initiatives/Associate Development 
• Work closely with Store manager, Co-manager and all store level department managers, district HR Coordinators and members of the division HR department to identify opportunities in the execution of our OPAG initiatives and to facilitate these for the benefit of our associate, facilitate expected levels of execution.   
• Support and coordinate all recognition programs with corporate office. 
• Oversee all PED’S being completed in a timely manner and ensure acceptable standard for quality performance appraisals.  Communicate PED progress and process changes to department managers.   
• Execute training initiatives in a timely manner to include NHO, job skills OJT and DTV/ WBL’s and DTV’S required for each role at entry into role and as annually required for development of associates. 
• Monitor and update act for all required associate training.   
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• Associate Communication 
• Ensure associate communication initiatives are delivered in an effort to improve associate engagement, including break room communication boards, payroll attachments, company newsletter, quarterly all associate meetings, meeting notices, open enrollment etc.   
• Assist store management with scheduling, facilitating, and administration of the meet Mac communication.   
• Assist in the administration of associate surveys 
• Facilitates annual benefits meetings and on-going communication 
• Assists in the scheduling and communication of annual health screenings. 
• Serves as store level expert on total rewards/benefits package.   
• Actively participate in huddle meetings and department head meetings to share important updates for associates (i.e. total rewards, community events, store news, Birthdays, anniversaries, promotions and etc.) 
• Participate and assist in planning various associate events including participation in cultural council and star meetings. 
• Ensure DTV equipment is operational and proper program distributions are received.   
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• Staffing/Recruiting 
• Perform new hire interview process to standard as set by division HR department. Use information from the interview to place the associate in the proper department to ensure greater probability of success.   
• Proactively perform staffing duties including, but not limited to, performing initial interviews, hiring, pre-employment drug screens, criminal back ground checks and conducting NHO. 
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels at home store in accordance with company policies and staffing guidelines 
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• Record Keeping 
• Ensure no applicant is put to work prior to clearing drug and background checks.   
• Daily administration of the absenteeism and tardiness policy in a fair and consistent manner on behalf of the store management team.   
• Process highly confidential information, maintaining and respecting confidentiality  
• Create an organized system to ensure that associate records are maintained confidentially and correctly placed in appropriate files (medical, safety, personnel) records not only maintained at store level but also conveyed accurately and timely to division office and Human Resources Shared Services Center.   
• Oversee completion of all new hire paperwork and forward to Human Resources Shared Services Center in a timely manner.   
• Payroll administration, including submission of accurate and timely information. 
• Maintain associate file  
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• Associate and Labor Relations 
• Create partnership with store management team to ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies and practices and to support positive associate relations.   
• All legal compliance issues are handled properly to include but not limited to having no minor compliance errors, ensuring all associates have proper legal paperwork completed etc.  
• Immediately communicate with District Human Resources Coordinator about potential legal, policy or ethics related concerns which would require their involvement beyond store level.  (Harassment claims, EEOC, policy violations, complaints on store management etc.) 
• Maintain awareness of store policy manual and state and federal laws to maintain compliance.  Understand resources available to assist in policy and law interpretation including district Human Resources Coordinator and Division Human Resources. 
• Ensure education and compliance with policies on personal appearance, grooming and uniforms 
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal applicable laws 
• Must adhere to all established policies and procedures.   
• Assist store management with associate relations issues 
• Facilitate leave of absence requests. 
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• Additional Expectations 
• Work with co-workers in a professional, respectful, cooperative and courteous manner. 
• Regular and punctual attendance 
• Ability to work flexible schedule with evenings and weekends as well as overtime required as necessary 
• Comply with all safety regulations of the store 
• Demonstrate positive, customer service, and team-oriented demeanor. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned 
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• Behaviors/Skills: 
• Some of the behaviors needed to successfully perform this position are: 
• Leadership Behaviors: 
• Puts the Customer First - Anticipates customer needs, champions for the customer, acts with customers in mind, exceeds customers’ expectations, gains customers’ trust and respect. 
• Communicates Effectively and Candidly - Communicates clearly and directly, is approachable, relates well to others, engages people and helps them understand change, provides and seeks feedback, articulates clearly, actively listens. 
• Achieves Results Through Teamwork – Is open to diverse ideas, works inclusively and collaboratively, holds self and others accountable, involves others to accomplish individual and team goals. 
• Leads Through Positive Influence – Demonstrates strong character, builds partnerships, models a conscious balance between work and personal life, takes personal responsibility for own development, role models leadership qualities such as motivation, inspiration, passion and trust. 
• Coaches and Develops Others - Develops and cares about associates, builds effective teams, helps people be their best, values and manages diversity, provides candid and constructive feedback. 
• Leads Change and Innovation - Challenges the status quo, embraces technology, puts forward creative ideas, champions and implements process improvements, gathers the ideas of others, demonstrates good judgment about which ideas will work. 
• Executes with Excellence - Is action oriented, drives for results, sets clear expectations and milestones, reviews progress, acts decisively, solves problems, can be counted on to consistently meet or exceed goals. 
• Provides Clear and Strategic Direction - Plans and organizes well, sets a clear and simple course of action, stays focused on the most important priorities, has the ability to visualize and plan for the future, understands the industry and marketplace. 
• Safety Awareness -Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards. 
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• Minimum Position Qualifications: 
• High school diploma and six months to one year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.   
• Must demonstrate ability to support and adapt in a culture of change.   
• Must demonstrate and ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, associates and customers.   
• Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.  
• Must be proficient with business software applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point), web browsers and email clients. 
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• Desired Previous Job Experience: