Job Description

URBN HR Generalist Location Kansas City, KS : Location:

This position is located at 11681 State Ave, Kansas City, Kansas, 66111 United States Role Summary: The HR Generalist plays a vital role in ensuring HR processes are compliant with policies and regulations while actively supporting employee engagement and development at the site level. An effective HR Generalist should possess 1 to 3 years of experience in HR or employee relations roles, preferably with direct experience supporting a non-exempt workforce. This position collaborates closely with operational leaders and talent acquisition teams to facilitate hiring, onboarding, training, and various HR initiatives within the Global Supply Chain Network. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, providing guidance on HR-related matters and fostering a positive work culture aligned with URBN's core values. Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00am -5:00pm) Role Responsibilities: HR Operations

• Facilitate site HR functions, including data management, performance management, talent development, benefits administration, leave requests, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with mandatory network training, continuing education, including safety training and anti-harassment training.
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, including processing invoices, payroll validation and audit.
• Conduct new hire orientation and actively participate in the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for new employees.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Coach and support managers, supervisors, and associates, providing guidance on disciplinary matters, investigations, and terminations while adhering and upholding all URBN policies and procedures.
• Manage employee relations investigations, workplace accommodation requests and unemployment claims responses.
• Develop and implement employee engagement activities to promote company culture and drive employee morale.
• Plan & execute round tables and leadership connect sessions to gather insight from leaders and non-exempt employees regularly.

Communication & Collaboration

• Contribute to the development of communication and information flow within the organization; partner with site leaders and network HR leaders to communicate upcoming HR related changes/updates.
• Participate in assigned network-wide Supply Chain HR projects.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition and site leaders to support recruitment efforts, understanding skill requirements, and facilitating the onboarding process.
• Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies related to HR functions.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, uphold policies and processes to ensure site alignment with network best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Role Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• 1 -3 years of direct human resource generalist experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• High ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management system.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP
• Bi-lingual (English-Spanish)

The Perks: URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit EEO Statement:

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Monday to Friday,

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