People Operations Generalist

Position Summary
The People Operations Generalist supports and enhances the organization's human resources functions, focusing on talent management, compliance, employee engagement, and operational efficiency. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to ensure the People Operations function aligns with the organization's mission and values.

This is a part-time, hybrid position of approximately 10-15 hours per week. The final candidate must be able to visit the office in Stewartville, MN once a week or as often as needed.

About Return

We’re a leader in the organic and sustainable fertilizer business that cares deeply about our people, planet, and soil. We provide a viable alternative to synthetic growing products that encourage soil regeneration to help grow healthier food, people, and planet.

Not to mention, we’re a certified Great Place to Work!

Position Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to execute human resource strategies related to talent acquisition, retention, and employee engagement.
• Support employee relations, including conflict resolution, investigations, and performance management processes.
• Manage recruitment activities, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding of new employees.
• Attend local career fairs as needed to support recruitment efforts.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Facilitate learning and development programs to enhance employee growth.
• Oversee HRIS platforms and ensure accurate employee records.
• Support cultural initiatives, including employee recognition programs and engagement activities.
• Maintain and optimize tools such as Google Suite, Slack, Asana, and 15Five.
• Assist in policy development and implementation.
• Research HR trends and best practices to propose innovative solutions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct reports.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and collaboration tools.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and timelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to uphold our company values.
• Elevates team members through collaboration and encouragement.
• Fosters growth and improvement throughout the organization.
• Discovers new ways to perform old tasks and improve procedures.
• Takes personal responsibility and possesses a curious mindset.
• Takes initiative to proactively communicate.
• Willingness to uphold our ongoing efforts to leave the planet better than we found it.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in HR or People Operations.
• Experience with HR tools and systems (e.g., G Suite, 15Five, Slack, Asana).

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position. The final candidate must be able to visit the office in Stewartville, MN once a week or as often as needed.

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time position of approximately 10-15 hours per week during general business hours.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

Return is an equal opportunity employer. We dig in to cultivate a healthy environment, at work and beyond, where all people can bloom—regardless of similarities, differences, or what's growing in their garden. We’re rooted in the idea that a diverse workforce, made up of various perspectives, will help us grow as individuals, and as a team. We hope you’ll share your unique variety to help breathe new life into our selves, soil, food and planet.