Human Resource Generalist

Position:
Human Resource Generalist

Location:

Arvada, CO (Hybrid)

Schedule:

20 hours per week/flexible times;
This position is a contract position with no specific end date

Applewood Seed is a leading producer and wholesaler of premium wildflower, native grass, and herb seed. We proudly serve wholesale, commercial, government and seed industry partners, offering high-quality open-pollinated seeds.

This position will act as the primary contact for all Human Resource needs, questions, concerns and provide guidance on laws related to federal, state and policies regarding Applewood Seed Company.

• Responsible for recruiting, screening and interviewing all potential candidates
• Onboarding of all new employees
• Coordinating all employee relations including employee concerns/interests and conflicts
• Fostering a collaborative work environment across all units/employees of the company
• Responsible for administrating employee benefit programs including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and Profit Sharing.
• Assist with annual benefits negotiations with broker and coordinate yearly open enrollment
• Research and maintain competitive/accurate compensation for each position
• Responsible for monthly, quarterly and yearly performance reviews on a timely basis
• Work with supervisors and employees to improve work performance when required and to set goals for future success in the workplace including performance improvement plans
• Accurately maintain all employee records
• Working knowledge of OSHA
• Foster a positive culture that aligns with Applewood Seed Company’s history
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related business area
• 5 years direct Human Resources Generalist experience
• SHRM-CP designation desired but not required
• ESOP experience desired but not required

Our culture celebrates entrepreneurial spirit and foster collaboration, empowering every employee-owner to perform at their best in an open, friendly environment. At Applewood, seeds are our passion but our purpose runs deeper – to cultivate the well-being of our employee-owners, customers, growers, and the planet itself.