Human Resources Expert

About the Role

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. The Human Resources Expert role supports teams and leaders to build a passionate sales force and foster a positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests, smile, make eye contact, and initiate warm, helpful interactions.
• Help guests find what they need and resolve issues to ensure a smooth shopping experience.
• End every guest transaction with a sincere thank you.
• Actively support team efforts and assist peers while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience.
• Work with HR leaders to anticipate and address talent and staffing needs, ensuring the right mix of experience and skills.
• Lead recruiting efforts to help store leaders find and hire candidates.
• Support team member and leader training needs and advocate for continuous learning.
• Serve as an expert resource for scheduling systems and pay practices.
• Be approachable and available, listening to team members and collaborating with leaders to take action.
• Deliver on Human Resources processes and programs to maximize team member engagement and minimize business disruption.
• Support leaders in following company compliance policies.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Work safely at all times, comply with safety policies, and report and correct hazards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic Microsoft Office Suite computer and workforce management programs.
• Effectively use scheduling software.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices.
• Operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment.
• Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Enjoy interacting and helping others, including guests and team members.
• Thrive in a fast-moving, highly active, and physically demanding role.
• Teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem-solving are key.
• Open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days, or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays).
• Welcoming and helpful attitude.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Ability to resolve guest questions quickly.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes.
• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Frequently lift or move merchandise up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds.
• Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.