Human Resources Generalist

At Alaska Gear Company, we work hard and play hard—designing and building high-quality gear for outdoor work and adventure in extreme environments.

Our mission is simple: together, we’re building a worldwide, Alaska-based outdoor equipment company. We’re a growing team of down-to-earth people who love the outdoors and take pride in creating strong, reliable products for backcountry adventurers.

Alaska Gear Company is seeking a knowledgeable and people-focused Human Resources Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations and help foster a positive, compliant, and engaging workplace. This role plays a key part in supporting employees and management across a broad range of human resources functions. Due to the size of the organization, HR workload may vary, and this position will also support general administrative and operational functions on a regular basis.

• Administer and enforce HR policy, procedures, and company initiatives
• Manage the recruitment and selection process for all employees, onboard new hires and provide general orientation
• Act as a business partner with managers and supervisors to communicate policies, procedures, programs, and laws. Advise managers regarding employment issues.
• Coordinate with managers on employee development, engagement, motivation, and retention of employees
• Prepare and present on HR department metrics and goals
• Maintain and administer benefit programs, lead annual renewal process
• Prepare and organize company events
• Ensure legal compliance to Federal, State and Labor laws in Alaska
• Support payroll with maintaining and reviewing payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, changes to pay rates, approving timesheets
• Handling workplace investigations, disciplinary and termination procedures, resolving conflicts through positive and professional mediation
• Manage workers compensation program, including initial reporting, modified duty, plan/administrator, and employees. Responsible for annual OSHA reporting.
• Responsible for managing separations and exit interviews
• Responsible for data entry and data management related to HR Information System
• Maintain and administer performance evaluation through HRIS system
• Develops and maintains affirmative action program; files EEO-1 annually; maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality in all matters
• Perform administrative and operational tasks outside regular HR functions as assigned, particularly during periods of lighter HR workload

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2–4 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar role
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar) preferred
• Experience in a multi-department or manufacturing work environment preferred
• Experience managing all aspects of the human resources function
• Ability to think strategically, creatively, and innovatively
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative work environment

• Salary DOE
• Paid Time Off (following 90 days of employment)
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Great Employee Discounts
• Free Employee Product Rentals
• Casual Work Environment

Our Human Resources Department is a critical part of what keeps Alaska Gear Company up and running. If you are people-focused, organized, and passionate about supporting employees while helping foster a positive and compliant workplace, we encourage you to submit an application online for consideration.

All applications MUST be submitted online, and only complete applications will be considered! Hard copy, emailed, or telephonic applications will not be accepted.

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Alaska Gear Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, please call