Automotive Human Resources Manager Generalist

Carter Motors

  • Seattle, Washington
  • 10 days ago

    Highlights

    The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor and support to leadership, champion HR best practices, foster a positive and engaging workplace culture, and ensure alignment between HR initiatives and business objectives. Summary We’re seeking a proactive and proven HR Manager Generalist to manage all aspects of human resources for our Carter Subaru & VW Ballard location.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSeattle, Washington
    Websitehttps://www.carterseattle.com

    Description

    Automotive Human Resources Manager Generalist 
     
    At Carter Motors, we strive to make every customer a customer for life.  Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward employees who are ready to work hard and stay motivated.  Every employee plays a critical role in our success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership over the years.
     
    Summary
    We’re seeking a proactive and proven HR Manager Generalist to manage all aspects of human resources for our Carter Subaru & VW Ballard location. This role will handle all recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance, safety, and employee development. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor and support to leadership, champion HR best practices, foster a positive and engaging workplace culture, and ensure alignment between HR initiatives and business objectives.
     
    Schedule - Full-Time, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
    Work Location – On site at Carter Subaru & VW Ballard, 5202 Leary Ave NW Seattle WA  98107
    Compensation - $100,000 - $130,000 annually, salary is dependent on experience
     
    What We Offer
    • Competitive compensation plans
    • Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days of employment
    • 401(k) + Company Contribution Plan after 90 days of employment
    • AFLAC, Legal Shield & Identity Theft Shield, FSA, Pet Insurance Discount
    • 529 College Savings Plan
    • Paid time off after 90 days of employment
    • Paid holidays
    • Growth opportunities
    • Paid Training
    • Employee vehicle purchase plans
    • Family owned and operated
    • Long term job security
    • Discount Program
    • Discounts on products and services
    To see our benefits details, please view our benefits page here: https://carter-motors-employment.constantcontactsites.com/benefits-overview
     
    Responsibilities
    • Manage the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, employee engagement, and offboarding processes.
    • Serve as a point of contact for employee relations, workplace policies, and benefits inquiries.
    • Oversee employee records management while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
    • Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies, updating HR policies as needed to align with legal and business requirements.
    • Communicate HR best practices and employment law requirements, even when recommendations differ from leadership preferences.
    • Manage workplace safety and wellness initiatives, including training and injury reporting.
    • Assist in planning and executing employee engagement programs and recognition initiatives.
    • Manage benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee training programs.
    • Conduct investigations and mediate workplace conflicts when necessary.
    • Collaborate with leadership on organizational development and strategic HR projects.
    Qualifications
    • SHRM-CP or HRCI PHR certification required.
    • Proven experience (5+ years) as an HR Manager Generalist.
    • Experience working closely with senior leadership to provide strategic HR recommendations and best practices.
    • Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and employee relations, FMLA, PFML, ADA, ACA.
    • Ability to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on fostering a positive workplace culture.
    • Experience in retail or automotive dealership HR preferred, experience with small to midsize employers highly desirable.
    • Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Sharepoint) and HRIS systems. (UKG is the current system used)
    • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
    Pre-employment background check, reference check & drug screen is required
     
    Carter Motors is a proud equal opportunities employer; we do not deny employment based on race, ethnicity, national origin, disabilities, or any other protected characteristics. We are a drug free workplace; all employees are held to this standard to be free from the effects of drugs and/or alcohol while on duty. Carter Motors also participates in fair chance hiring practices; candidates with criminal history will undergo an individualized assessment post-offer. 
     

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