Associate Relations Investigator - Bealls
Bradenton, FL
About the Job
Job Number:
240000K5)Description
If you're seeking a career with a company that encourages authenticity, rewards innovation and provides stability and work/life harmony, then Bealls Inc. is the place for you! At Bealls Inc., our associates have a shared responsibility to each other that has fueled our considerable retail industry success. Here you'll find a blend of tenured associates with deep company knowledge working alongside talents from national and international retailers, various industries, and recent graduates, all united by a shared vision.
WHO WE ARE:
- We are a group of passionate people who utilize our unique talents to help our guests outfit their families for less.
- We strive to hire and develop talented and diverse associates by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and authenticity that benefits from and thrives on a wide range of skills, styles, backgrounds and experiences.
- We believe we are better when we work together, leveraging collaboration and relationships throughout our organization and the broader retail industry to help accomplish our goals.
- We are continuously pursuing solutions that address environmental impact and advance sustainable practices, while strengthening relationships with our communities, our associates, and our industry partners.
- We are guided by Bealls Inc. company values: Acceptance, Accountability, Authenticity, Compassion, Empowerment, Openness, and Transparency.
WHY JOIN BEALLS INC.:
- Location: Our corporate offices are in beautiful and sunny Bradenton, FL. We offer corporate associates the flexibility of hybrid work schedules, with variations by department.
- Stability:We are a financially strong, multi-billion-dollar, growing organization that has been around for nearly 110 years! We have over 650 retail stores across 22 states under bealls, Bealls Florida, and Home Centric store brands, along with 50 exclusive brands in our stores!
- Benefits: We provide weekly pay and comprehensive benefits, health and wellness perks including paid time off and retirement saving plans because associate well-being is a priority.
- Growth:We focus on cultivating internal talent and educating new members of the organization through numerous training programs and learning tools. This is accomplished through continuous professional development at all levels in the classroom, in the field and on the job.
- Connection:Surround yourself with others who find purpose, passion, and fulfillment in their work, with an organization that believes in making communities safer and healthier for generations to come.
Learn even more atwww.beallsinc.com/beallsinc/careers
Associate Relations Investigator
The Associate Relations Investigator is an experienced investigator who is responsible for the entire investigation process to include thorough planning, interviewing, discovery, and writing reports for elevated matters in human resources such as discrimination, harassment, substance abuse, retaliation, and workplace violence.
Interaction:
- Reports directly to Sr Director of Human Resources & Benefits
- Member of the Associate Relations and Compliance Team
- Extensive interaction with all Regional and District Managers
- Close working relationship with the HR Department
- Some interaction with various associates throughout the company to include: Payroll, Risk Management, Guest Services, and other corporate center departments
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Investigation of elevated human resources related concerns raised through the SpeakUp Hotline or through direct reporting, to include but not limited to: discrimination, harassment, substance abuse, retaliation, wage & hour, and workplace violence.
- Provides guidance on appropriate resolution of reported cases, including the assessment of severity in alignment with current policies and procedures.
- Consults with regional and district management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
- Interprets and educates on HR policies and provides advice on counseling on such policies as necessary.
- Evaluates and promotes continuous improvement of HR processes.
- Conducts effective, thorough, and objective employee relations investigations.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of associates, reducing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Works closely with field management to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
- Conducts associate surveys when necessary and provides consult and guidance on results.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
- Must have adequate vision, speech, hearing and physical ability to perform essential job duties.
- Must have full body rotation (i.e., bending, stooping, twisting, etc.)
- Must be able to lift at least 10 lbs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree –or- equivalent experience required.
- CFI Certification preferred (Wicklander Zulawski)
- HR Certification preferred (SHRM, HRCI).
- Minimum of 3 years of investigations experience required, preferably in human resources.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
- Must have demonstrated proficiency with common office tools such as MS Office Suite (WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Knowledge of state and federal labor/employment law.
- Well-developed judgement and communication (written and verbal).
- Ability to develop professional relationships and credibility with line management.
- Well-developed influencing skills.
When it comes to finding the right fit, we know there is a lot to consider. Our recruiters are here to help you discover the career fit you’re looking for. Thank you again for your interest in Bealls Inc. and we look forward to hearing from you!
For more information, check out:
www.beallsinc.com
www.bealls.com
www.beallsflorida.com
www.homecentric.com
