What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources & Office Administrator position at Granite Falls IGA?
Job Title: Human Resources & Office Administrator
Location: Granite Falls IGA – Granite Falls, WA
Pay: $23.00–$27.00 per hour (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time
Join an Award-Winning Independent Grocer!
Granite Falls IGA is an award-winning, locally owned independent grocery retailer dedicated to serving our community with exceptional customer service, quality products, and a workplace culture built on respect, integrity, and teamwork. We're looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager & Office Administrator to become a key member of our leadership team.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and has a strong background in Human Resources, employment law, employee relations, and office administration. The successful candidate will help shape our workplace culture while ensuring compliance with employment laws and supporting the continued growth of our organization.
What You'll Do
As our Human Resources Manager & Office Administrator, you'll oversee the day-to-day HR functions of the business while managing many of the administrative operations that keep our company running smoothly.
Human Resources Responsibilities
- Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, orientation, and offboarding
- Maintain employee personnel files and HR records with strict confidentiality
- Administer employee benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, leave administration, and open enrollment
- Ensure compliance with federal, Washington State, and local employment laws and regulations
- Interpret and administer company policies and employee handbook provisions
- Advise leadership on employee relations matters and workplace investigations
- Coordinate performance management processes and employee development initiatives
- Assist with disciplinary actions, coaching documentation, and conflict resolution
- Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws, FMLA, PFML, ADA, workers' compensation, unemployment, and other employment regulations
- Coordinate required workplace trainings and compliance reporting
- Manage OSHA and workplace safety documentation and HR compliance programs
Office Administration Responsibilities
- Oversee daily administrative operations of the office
- Coordinate office supplies, vendor relationships, and administrative systems
- Prepare reports, maintain confidential records, and support ownership and management
- Assist with special projects and process improvements
- Support department managers with administrative and HR-related needs
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of Human Resources experience (5 years preferred)
- Strong knowledge of Washington State and federal employment laws
- Experience administering employee benefits
- Experience handling employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- A strong communicator and trusted advisor
- Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
- Professional, approachable, and compassionate
- Confident handling sensitive and confidential information
- A proactive problem solver who enjoys improving processes
- Passionate about building a positive workplace culture
Compensation & Benefits
- $23.00–$27.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision and life)
- Paid time off
- Retirement benefits
- Employee discounts
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Supportive, family-owned work environment
If you're an experienced HR professional who wants to make a meaningful impact with a respected, locally owned company, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Granite Falls IGA family!
Granite Falls IGA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27