Van Horn Automotive Group has an excellent opportunity for a Human Resource Generalist II to support our Milwaukee-area dealerships!
We are looking for a strong HR professional who enjoys coaching leaders, solving problems, recruiting great people, and building positive workplace relationships.
This role will support all 3 of our Milwaukee dealership locations, providing hands-on HR support while partnering with dealership leadership and the centralized HR team. The position will have a home-base office at one dealership and regularly rotate between all three locations based on business needs.
Your Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary HR resource and partner for the three Milwaukee-area dealerships.
- Coach managers on performance management, employee relations, attendance, employee development, and HR policies.
- Assist with employee relations concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary guidance.
- Provide guidance on employment law and HR compliance.
- Serve as the designated recruiter for the three dealerships, managing job postings, sourcing, phone screens, interviews, and candidate communication.
- Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and attract qualified candidates.
- Assist with job fairs, recruiting events, New Hire Orientation, and employee engagement activities.
- Manage I-9 processes and audits and assist with HRIS transactions, organizational charts, job descriptions, transfers, and other HR processes.
- Partner with the centralized HR team on HR programs and initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Prior HR experience with knowledge of employee relations, recruitment, and employment law.
- Strong coaching, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and exercise sound judgment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- HRIS/ADP experience is a plus.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly preferred.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to regularly travel between the three Milwaukee-area dealerships.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee matters.
Schedule
Monday – Friday. Some Saturdays may be required based on business needs.
Why Work at Van Horn?
- Generous PTO, including vacation, personal days, and holidays
- Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) & more
- Gym/workout and tuition reimbursement
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- 16 hours of paid volunteer time annually
- Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
- Professional work environment and promote-from-within culture
- Community involvement and employee events
Employee Owned. Community Focused.
The Van Horn Automotive Group has been empowering people and amazing customers since 1966, with locations throughout Wisconsin and a growing team of employees.
As an employee-owned company, our employees receive contributions to a qualified retirement plan that is 100% funded by the company. We also provide paid time to volunteer and encourage employees to make a difference in the communities where we live and work.
If you're an HR professional who wants to be a true HR partner to dealership leadership and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to have you join our team!