HR Generalist

Second Use contributes to the circular economy by salvaging unique materials and home décor and selling them in two retail stores based in Seattle and Tacoma. Our staff members are a smart, diverse group of people passionate about reuse. The HR Generalist position focuses on staff support, advancement and accountability. This is a new position pulling together tasks that have previously been carried out (somewhat inconsistently) by various senior managers. 

Qualifications

Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to communicate accountability and support simultaneously

Demonstrated strengths in planning and organization

Experience working with a diverse team

Degree or certification in HR preferred

2-5 years’ experience in HR (focused on interpersonal work) preferred

Familiarity with BambooHR or similar HR platform is a plus

Duties

Point of contact for staff members working through work-related interpersonal or management challenges

Provide coordination and facilitation in conflict resolution/mediation processes

Work with staff members on advancement pathways in consultation with management team

Participate in performance reviews

Provide coordination and facilitation in implementation of performance improvement plans or disciplinary measures

Participate with senior management in compensation and benefits decisions

Provide counsel and support on HR compliance

Provide counsel and support on culture development and diversity management

Other HR duties as needed

This position reports to the general manager and will have frequent interaction with the senior leadership team. 

This position will complement and collaborate with another position which currently facilitates administrative aspects of HR, including hiring, onboarding, benefits and some recordkeeping.

Hours: 25 hrs/week, >80% in-person.

Pay: $32-37/hr DOE, eligible for benefits (health insurance, paid time off)

Note: This position could be based in either Seattle or Tacoma. Some travel between Seattle and Tacoma locations will be necessary.

Please include a cover letter describing your interest in this position.

Second Use provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.