Human Resources Expert - Waynesboro, VA

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $16.50 USD per hour

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.

You are part of a Human Resource (HR) team who are committed to supporting teams and leaders to build a sales force that is passionate about exceeding guests’ expectations and a place where teams love to work. The role of a Human Resources Expert provides skills and experience of:

• Understanding federal, state and local employment laws

• Using basic Microsoft Office Suite computer and workforce management programs

• Effectively using scheduling software

As a Human Resources Expert, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

• Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience by delivering on the following commitments:
- Greet: 10ft: be friendly – smile, make eye contact, or wave
- 4ft: greet the guest, smile and initiate a warm, helpful interaction
- Help guests find what they need and/or resolve issues to ensure a smooth, easy shopping experience
- End every guest transaction with a sincere thank you

• Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude

• Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience

• Work with your HR leader to anticipate and address specific talent and staffing needs for each area of the business, ensuring the right mix of experience and skills

• Lead focused recruiting efforts to help store leaders find and hire candidates

• Support team member and leader training needs and be an advocate for continuous learning

• Be an expert resource for scheduling systems and pay practices

• Be approachable and available by listening to team members and collaborating with appropriate leaders to take action as needed

• Deliver on all Human Resources processes and programs to maximize team member engagement and minimize business disruption

• Support your leader in following company compliance policies that mitigate risk to the team member experience

• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance

• Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible

• All other duties based on business needs

You enjoy interacting and helping others – including guests and fellow team members – and thrive in a fast‑moving, highly active, and physically demanding role. You are open to a flexible schedule with varying hours, days, or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times). Essential skills and attributes include:

• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and team members

• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed

• Effective communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and with a team

• Resolve guest questions quickly on the spot

• Attention to detail and follow multi‑step processes

• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established time frames

• Ability to handle cash register operations as needed

• Capacity to lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance

• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties

• Flexible work schedule; ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift

• Ability to come to work on schedule and take required meal and rest breaks

We care about and invest in you as a team member. Eligible team members and their dependents receive comprehensive health benefits and programs that may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more. Other benefits include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well‑being and beyond at

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Target is in compliance with state and federal laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.acc Non‑accommodation‑related requests will not be addressed through this channel.

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