The Role
Provides administrative and operational support to HR leaders and teams, including compliance tracking, onboarding and offboarding, calendar and expense management, document preparation, HRIS access, timekeeping, reporting, rewards coordination, and process improvement. Maintains confidential records, coordinates meetings, handles inquiries, manages supplies and equipment, and supports HR projects while ensuring accurate and timely service.
Summary Generated by Built In
Responsible for providing day-to-day administrative support for assigned human resource client group by establishing strong partnerships to keep leader(s) and the HR team organized and focused on delivering business results. Maintain organization, confidentiality and require limited direction. Ensure HR compliance requirements are administered based on local, state and federal requirements. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.Responsibilities- Support HR leader and team with a high level of service and timely responses
- Manage department priorities and internal/external inquiries
- Support the administration and tracking of local, state and federal laws, collective bargaining agreements and related policies
- Support the onboarding and off-boarding experience for HR associates
- Manage HR leader's calendar, travel itinerary, expense reports, mail and emails
- Transcribe and/or compose letters, memos and meeting minutes
- Maintain organization of the department, manage files, order supplies and technological equipment for HR associates
- Submit and approve HR system access in partnership with technology
- Partner with other HR administrators to manage timekeeping system to ensure associates are paid accurately and serve as a backup for other teams as needed
- Ensure HR leader(s) have coordinated meetings to coach, develop and build the HR team
- Identify and implement process improvement opportunities
- Extract or request reports to enable HR leader(s) to make data driven decisions
- Coordinate rewards and recognition for HR associates
- Support HR team with special ad-hoc projects
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QualificationsMinimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience as an administrative assistant for human resource department or other related field
- Professional, dependable, possess positive attitude, good judgment, and ability to gain the support of others to get the job done
- Prior knowledge of process improvement strategies
- Strong data entry skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task
- Experience working with an HRIS system and other HR related technology systems which include HR files, payroll, time and attendance, automated benefit enrollments, or related technical solutions
- Ability to proactively problem-solve and work independently
- Self-motivated, able to organize, prioritize, plan, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality
- Proficient Microsoft Office with the ability to learn new computer skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written at all levels within the organization
Desired
- Associate Degree business, human resources or related field
- Manage department priorities and internal/external inquiries
- Support the administration and tracking of local, state and federal laws, collective bargaining agreements and related policies
- Support the onboarding and off-boarding experience for HR associates
- Manage HR leader's calendar, travel itinerary, expense reports, mail and emails
- Transcribe and/or compose letters, memos and meeting minutes
- Maintain organization of the department, manage files, order supplies and technological equipment for HR associates
- Submit and approve HR system access in partnership with technology
- Partner with other HR administrators to manage timekeeping system to ensure associates are paid accurately and serve as a backup for other teams as needed
- Ensure HR leader(s) have coordinated meetings to coach, develop and build the HR team
- Identify and implement process improvement opportunities
- Extract or request reports to enable HR leader(s) to make data driven decisions
- Coordinate rewards and recognition for HR associates
- Support HR team with special ad-hoc projects
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QualificationsMinimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience as an administrative assistant for human resource department or other related field
- Professional, dependable, possess positive attitude, good judgment, and ability to gain the support of others to get the job done
- Prior knowledge of process improvement strategies
- Strong data entry skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task
- Experience working with an HRIS system and other HR related technology systems which include HR files, payroll, time and attendance, automated benefit enrollments, or related technical solutions
- Ability to proactively problem-solve and work independently
- Self-motivated, able to organize, prioritize, plan, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality
- Proficient Microsoft Office with the ability to learn new computer skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written at all levels within the organization
Desired
- Associate Degree business, human resources or related field
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience as an administrative assistant in a human resources department or related field
- Knowledge of process improvement strategies
- Strong data entry skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask, organize, prioritize, plan, meet deadlines, and work independently
- Experience with an HRIS and HR technology systems, including HR files, payroll, time and attendance, or automated benefits enrollment
- Ability to proactively problem-solve
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new computer skills
- Clear and effective oral and written communication skills
- Professional, dependable, positive attitude, good judgment, and ability to gain support from others
- Associate degree in business, human resources, or a related field
Kroger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroger and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroger.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage in many union divisions has been protected or improved in recent contracts, with some regions avoiding proposed cuts and others expanding spousal coverage and strengthening short‑term disability. Mental‑health resources and 24/7 access are also emphasized, supported by third‑party recognition in recent years.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a company 401(k) with a match and, in many union roles, access to pension or variable annuity plans that have been stabilized through recent agreements. Match levels and pension participation vary by division and role, so specifics require local confirmation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Education assistance through “Feed Your Future” offers substantial tuition support for both part‑ and full‑time associates, alongside free financial coaching. Perks such as associate discounts and periodic Boost membership offers add incremental value to total rewards.
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What We Do
At Kroger, we believe no matter who you are or how you like to shop, everyone deserves affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food. This idea is embodied in our simple tagline—Fresh for Everyone™. Kroger ranks as one of the world’s largest retailers. We are nearly half a million associates across 2,800 stores in 35 states operating two dozen grocery retail brands and 34 manufacturing and 44 distribution locations, all dedicated to living our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. Together, we serve more than 11 million customers daily in our stores and online through convenient e-commerce options like pickup, ship and delivery, serving America through food inspiration and uplift. Customers love Our Brands, including the popular Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth® brands. Our own manufacturing plants produce many of Our Brands products, including breads, dairy products, meat and thousands of grocery items. We also believe in and are committed to doing our part to create #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.
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