Job description

Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has seven stores in Norwalk, Danbury, and Newington, CT, Farmingdale, East Meadow & Yonkers, NY and Paramus NJ. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop.

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant
Reports to: Human Resources Manager
Location: Paramus, NJ
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:
The Human Resources Assistant handles a variety of personnel related administrative duties and acts as a liaison between Human Resources and team members. They provide daily support in all HR functions and activities and assist in coordinating HR policies, processes, and relevant documents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist team members with questions and inquiries related to HR policies, payroll, benefits, wellness, and training
• Support in both external and internal online job application system – screen and organize applications as appropriate, ensure follow-up with applicants
• Schedule and conduct first interviews, make hiring recommendations
• Assist in the onboarding of newly hired team members, gather records for all new hires – I-9s, working papers, background checks, orientation paperwork, etc.
• Conduct new hire Orientations, Go for the Gold, Tips training, and other benefits enrollments
• Ensure accurate timekeeping by entering error logs and correcting missed punches, when necessary
• Maintain accurate personnel and training files on the HR Dayforce system
• Assist in the planning and execution of team member events (luncheons, bulletin boards, Rec. Association events, etc.)
• Promoting a safe place to work by conducting safety walks, holding safety committee meetings, and celebrating safety lunches
• Follow up with Team members on 14-day chats
• Communication between Team members on leave, providing them with the necessary paperwork
• Prepare informational reports, upon request
• Other duties, as assigned

Education and Experience (include knowledge, skills, and abilities):

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Strong communications skills, both written and oral
• Above average computer skills, with preferred experience in Dayforce, Microsoft Office suites, and The Stew Leonard’s Round-up
• Able to prioritize and multi-task and juggle many tasks
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time management skills
• Comfortable with speaking in public/presentations
• Basic knowledge of labor laws

Personal Characteristics:

• Lead by example
• Great work ethic
• Great interpersonal skills
• Problem solver
• Honest
• Flexible
• Discrete and ethical
• Ability to work on a team

Working Conditions:

• Normal office work environment

Stew Leonard's is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

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