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Salary: $75,000 – $85,000 annually

Company info:  gearUP’s mission is to outfit youth sports teams with customized gear – on time for game time!  We have simplified the hassle of outfitting youth sports teams with customized gear from the best brands. Our webstores are always open and product ships direct to athletes on time. GearUP has been one of the fastest growing companies in the Pacific Northwest since 2018, and we have so much opportunity ahead of us.  Now is a great time to join our team!

Position Summary: The HR Generalist administrators critical human resources functions including recruiting, employee relations, performance management, benefits, training, diversity, employee engagement, leave and attendance tracking, payroll, employee records.management, and labor law compliance.  You will support gearUP’s managers and leads as they build, train, develop, and manage their teams. You will frequently interact with all levels of staff in a confidential and diplomatic environment, You will also support and enhance our company culture based on the values of teamwork, play, curiosity, respect, accountability and boldness. 

Responsibilities include:

• Manage recruitment activities, including drafting job descriptions/postings, job advertising, resume screening, interviewing, providing training and support for hiring managers, and drafting offer letters.
• Lead new hire onboarding and orientation process. 
• Assist with procuring, scheduling and delivering employee training and development resources. 
• Manage employee separation and offboarding processes.
• Support and guide managers through employee relations issues, performance management, and disciplinary actions ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws.   
• Support management and employees through annual performance appraisal process.
• Assist with employee benefits administration, training and related employee support. 
• Payroll processing and support.
• Administer protected leave programs, including documentation and leave tracking and employee training and awareness.
• Ensure the maintenance of physical and digital employee data and documents, and accurate  maintenance of this data in the company’s HRIS systems and personnel files
• Provide support to the Safety Committee and assist with safety documentation and training.
• Coordinate employee engagement events and programs and support the Employee Engagement Committee.
• Participate in the development, implementation and updating of HR policies and department processes.
• Maintain current knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

Required Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications: The ideal candidate is motivated by a passion for growth and learning and contributing to a supportive and positive company culture.  You will need to embrace change and approach your work with a desire to support our growing workforce as efficiently, effectively and proactively as possible.   The candidate will be able to deal with ambiguity in requests and need to have strong problem-solving skills. 

Skills & Qualities 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Proficient knowledge of federal and state employment laws and human resources practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and quick, accurate data entry skills.
• Ability to apply and communicate policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple, concurrent projects or assignments.
• Ability to write HR related documents and reports timely and accurately.
• Ability to analyze situations and to use independent judgement to address and solve problems.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle such information appropriately.
• Proficient with MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Teams
• Experience with Payroll and Human Resources software.

Experience & Education 

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a human resources role
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field required.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification encouraged.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Viewing computer monitors for extended periods. 
• Talking, listening, and typing for extended periods 

Benefits:

Gear Up Sports provides the following employee benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 2 weeks (80 hours) per year banked at the beginning of the calendar year, pro-rated to the start date.
• Paid Holidays – New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Healthcare Benefits – Effective the first of the month following the date of hire:
  • Health/Vision insurance through Regence BlueCross BlueShield
  • Dental insurance through LifeMap Dental
• Life, Disability & Accident Insurance through MetLife – effective 1st of the month following date of hire:
  • Group Term Life insurance – company paid
  • Long Term Disability insurance – company paid
  • Voluntary additional life insurance for self & dependents
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account Plan – allowing pre-tax savings for Health and Dependent Care Expenses
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) – plan provided through Canopy
• 401(k) Plan – participation after three months of employment with employer-matching contribution

How to apply:  Submit your Application at Careers | gearUP (gearupwithus.com)  or send cover letter and resume to careers@gearupsports.net  

Find more information on gearUP at: www.gearupwithus.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gear Up Sports, Inc.is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. without regard to individual’s race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical or family leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. . To comply with Federal law, gearUP participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility.