Human Resources Generalist

Job description- Human Resources Generalist

Rainbow Shops, Inc

Summary :

Founded in 1935, Rainbow USA, Inc. is a women’s and children’s specialty retailer based in Brooklyn, NY with over 12,000 employees in 1,100 locations throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean. Our stores specialize in trendy, value-priced juniors, plus-size, and children’s apparel, footwear, and accessories. Our customers appreciate fashion apparel, but are value conscious and look to Rainbow to provide lower-cost runway substitutes for their fashion needs. Our brands include Rainbow, Rainbow Plus, Rainbow Kids, 5.7.9., Marianne and Joyce Leslie.

We are currently seeking an HR Generalist to join our Human Resources Department. The principal duties of this role include working closely with the HRBP on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, harassment prevention, workforce diversity and inclusion, EEOC charges and compliance.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing Company that offers competitive pay, a team oriented atmosphere and excellent benefits.

General Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide field and Home Office support on any employee related issues
• Coordinate with local Union Representatives, and avoid grievances and escalation of issues
• Investigate any harassment or discrimination claims and enforce immediate remedial actions to prevent future occurrence
• Respond and gather information as requested in response to EEO charges, and employment litigation
• Conduct training on issues ranging from sexual harassment to best ways to handle problem employees and discipline issues
• Maintain knowledge of all federal and state laws employment laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, EEOC, ADA, EPA, etc.
• Work with HRBP on OSHA safety issues and resolution
• Evaluation employee performance and collect performance review forms from managers
• Assist with recruitment efforts as needed using Zip Recruiter and LinkedIn

Required Experience :

“Rainbow is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.”