Retail Human Resources Business Partner

Do you love music? Do you believe in the power of music to bring people together? If you do, and you want to be a key player in an organization whose purpose is to fill the world with more music and to develop generations of new musicians then we have a position where you can find your sound.

The purpose of this job is to provide Human Resources support by effectively organizing, including administration of the human resources policies, procedures, organizational development, onboarding and employee relations issues. Will be managing through execution of Human Resources strategy, effective organizational design and administration of related processes. This is a remote position. Preferred candidate to be located in Dallas or Chicago.

• Shape a culture that facilitates and supports goals and initiatives, by supporting and coaching managers in their implementation of core people processes (including performance management, salary review, job evaluation, tracking internal promotions, etc.)
• Communicates and interprets policies and procedures for associates and assists the management team with employee relations issues.
• Assist with Legal Compliance: order/distribute all state and federal
• Assist with Subpoena and employment verification
• Responds timely to all general inquiries
• Create reporting and analysis for employment lifecycle including background checks and unemployment claims processes
• Represent company in regards to unemployment hearings
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and employees
• Promote and foster an environment of open communication and honest, candid feedback
• Participates in the discipline and discharge of associates as necessary.
• Will be responsible for exit and stay interviews as well as creating turnover analysis reports.
• Assist with drafting and distributing general HR communications.
• Perform investigations when required, and prepare supporting written documentation
• Perform additional related duties as required and/or assigned

Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.

The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day.

Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225+ retail stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations.

• Bachelor's Degree (or 4 years of equivalent work experience) in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• 4 years of relevant multi-unit work experience within Human Resources (in addition to degree or years of previous experience), preferably with a background in employee relations, talent management, LOA, etc.
• Knowledge of employment and benefit laws and regulations.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Able to explore information, data, and reports in order to extract meaningful insights, which can be used to better understand and improve business performance.
• Collaboration:
  
  Able to develop cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties. Able to build relationships with others by offering help and providing suggestions for improvement.