At Tekion, we're building the only cloud-native platform that is transforming the automotive retail industry, leapfrogging it into the future and providing unparalleled customer experience. We're creating seamlessly integrated, elegant, and intuitive solutions built with cutting edge technology and powered by Big Data, Machine Learning (ML)/ AI and Internet of Things (Connected vehicle to connected devices). We’re harnessing passion, entrepreneurial spirit, deep industry expertise and the latest technologies to create something very special. We're inventing new technology along the way to overcome barriers and solve big problems, all while having a blast doing it!
*This role is based full-time, on-site (5 days/week)
*Open to candidates local to our Pleasanton, CA office or Cincinnati, OH office
Job Description
The People Generalist will work closely with the People Partners, leadership and People Team to provide a wide range of essential human resources support.
The successful candidate will perform activities in the human resources area within all functions of the employee lifecyle to include recruitment, retention, compensation, administration, training, employee relations and employee engagement. You will have an understanding of business acumen, human resources practices and processes in support of the overall business operations and results.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Employee Relations: Assist management with employee performance issues, disciplinary actions, complaints, and conflict resolution.
- Investigate & Recommend Solutions: Conduct inquiries into employee concerns, gather information, and propose solutions to ensure appropriate action is taken.
- Compliance Champion: Navigate HR policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to state and federal regulations (FLSA, ADA, etc.). Collaborate with HR leadership and legal when needed.
- Onboarding: Assist hiring managers with onboarding logistics, and paperwork completion.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Generate reports and analyze HR data to support informed decision-making.
- Compensation Support: Assist with annual reviews, promotions, other compensation requests, and collaborate with the compensation team.
- Policy & Communication: Participate in developing job descriptions, communicate HR policy changes to managers and employees, and maintain confidentiality of critical information.
- Project & Event Participation: Support various HR projects and events (wellness, diversity initiatives, open enrollment) as required.
Skills and Experience
- 1 year of experience required in Human Resources or related field
- BS/BA in related discipline (i.e., Human Resources, Business, Management, and Organizational Development)
- Prior experience using HRIS and ATS (Greenhouse preferred)
- Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Strong consultative, interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
- Role requires the ability to be collaborative, build relationships and influencing skills
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities
- Detailed oriented and strong organizational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
- Proactive approach to problem solving and solutions oriented
- Must demonstrate teamwork and the ability to partner with others to get things done
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation and generous stock options
- 100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage
- Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages
- The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies
- Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper
- Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
- A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration
- The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
- Exciting opportunities for career growth and development
The salary range for this position is $56,000 - $93,800. The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. This position is also eligible for a bonus whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance. The actual compensation offered may vary from the posted hiring range based on geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. In addition to the compensation listed, this position is eligible for equity compensation.
Current Tekion Employees – Please apply via Greenhouse Internal Job Board
Tekion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
