HR Generalist

Job Description

The HR Generalist supports the full range of human resources functions at Homemakers Furniture’s Tiffin location, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and policy implementation. This position serves as the primary on-site HR presence for the Tiffin location and works in close partnership with store leadership and the Homemakers HR team in Urbandale.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for Tiffin location roles from sourcing and screening through offer and onboarding; collaborate with Talent Acquisition and Community Engagement to support local hiring events and community partnerships in the Tiffin and greater Iowa City area.
• Lead new hire orientation and onboarding processes to integrate employees into Homemakers’ culture, values, and store-specific procedures.
• Serve as the primary on-site HR contact for Tiffin employees and managers — providing guidance on policies, benefits, and employee relations matters, and partnering with store leadership on employee concerns and resolutions.
• Administer benefits, leave management (FMLA, ADA accommodations), workers’ compensation, and employee documentation.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws including EEOC, OSHA, wage and hour regulations, and employment eligibility requirements.
• Maintain and apply HR policies and the employee handbook; escalate policy updates or exceptions to the broader HR team as appropriate.
• Aid in performance management processes, coaching documentation, disciplinary actions, and employee development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data, and compliance documentation; support payroll coordination and employee data accuracy in partnership with payroll providers; provide reporting to store and HR leadership as requested.
• Cook up employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and retention strategies suited to a retail environment with varied schedules and shift structures.
• Other HR-related duties as assigned, including special projects, compliance audits, and operational support.

Education/Work Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience in a human resources role including recruiting, employee relations, HR administration, or compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, home furnishings, or consumer-facing HR environments preferred; familiarity with hourly workforce dynamics, high-volume seasonal hiring, and non-commission sales team structures is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills; comfortable engaging with employees at all levels and committed to a people-first culture. Ability to operate with a high degree of independence as the primary on-site HR presence while remaining closely aligned with the Urbandale HR team and company-wide policies.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, payroll platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong aptitude for translating employee and compliance data into actionable solutions for store leadership.
• Willingness to occasionally travel to the Urbandale headquarters or other locations for HR team collaboration, training, or projects.
• Passion for people, perseverance, and a genuine drive to build a great place to work.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in all employee interactions.

Physical Expectations

• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout an office environment for extended periods; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

Environmental Conditions

• Professional office environment at the Tiffin store location. Occasional travel to Urbandale headquarters.
• Warehouse conditions may include hot/cold temperatures, dusty surroundings and noisy work environment.

Pay

Competitive pay

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM