Regional Human Resource Managers

99¢ Only Stores is a $1 billion, 10,000 employee, NYSE publicly traded company. We sell all items for 99 cents or less including brand name and private label food and beverages, health and beauty aids, household goods, toys and much more! From our first store opening in 1982, the Company's chain of stores has expanded to over 230 in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas.

We are seeking Regional Human Resource Managers to build our field HR operations. Partnering with Store Management, you will execute the design, implementation, administration and monitoring of best practices and programs within an assigned territory. You must understand the definition of the words “Reasonable” and “Flexible” as you work to improve employee productivity, experiences and morale.

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Advise and make recommendations to store, district and regional team members on all areas of human resources.
Visit stores periodically and build trusting consultative relationships with employees and store management.
Work closely with specialists at the corporate office on issues and concerns requiring HR specialist expertise.
Assist stores with recruitment and ensure consistent practices throughout the Company.
Coordinate and facilitate onsite job fairs for grand openings.
Track and encourage participation in Employee Satisfaction Survey.
Coordinate performance management program by ensuring performance expectations are being set, and policy guidelines are being met, conducted effectively, and timely.
Recruit, evaluate, and place candidates in Management Training program
Train stores, district, and regional management in all areas of human capital management including: sexual harassment, leadership skills and development, recruitment, performance management, terminations, benefits, etc.
Handle various employee relations’ issues, such as investigating employees complaints, resolving employee conflicts and advising appropriate action to store management.
Develop and maintain a partnership with Loss Prevention to resolve issues
Implementation and revision of policies and procedures.
Respond to employee’s inquiries on policies and procedures.
Serve as a resource to field team members for answering general benefit questions (health benefits, 401 (k), stock options etc.) and provide advice on unemployment hearings and workers’ compensation hearings.
Assist with the open enrollment process for health insurance and 401 (k) by facilitating and conducting meetings for store locations.
Administer leaves of absences and mail out FMLA paperwork if applicable. Work closely with the Benefits Department on LTD (Long Term Disability) claims.
Assist human resources, sales, operations, and leaders with compensation structure for store, district, and regional staff.
Evaluate and compare existing employee’s compensation with those of other employers by comparing geographic market and industry wage surveys.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience in retail or service industry is highly desirable.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Bachelors Degree and Seven to Ten years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
HR Management Certificate and SPHR/PHR highly desired.
Working knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations governing employment.
High level of integrity and the demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner is a must.
Proven ability to multi-task, work independently and in a team environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of human resources systems, Internet sourcing, payroll systems, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be willing to travel, depending on business needs.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

For immediate consideration, submit resumes, including salary history, to: [Click here for email].