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Human Resources Generalist

Planet Fitness (United PF Partners)

Human Resources Generalist

Austin, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    THE PLANET FITNESS MISSION

    We at Planet Fitness are here to provide a unique environment in which anyone, and we mean anyone, can be comfortable in a diverse, judgement free zone where a lasting, active lifestyle is built. Our product is a tool. A means to an end. Not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. In the end, it’s all about you. As we evolve and educate ourselves, we will seek to perfect this safe, energetic environment, where everyone feels accepted and respected. We are not here to kiss your butt, only to kick it if that’s what you need. We need you, because face it, our planet wouldn’t be the same without you. You belong!

    ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

    Title: Human Resources Generalist

    Location: Austin, Texas: Support Center

    Reports To: Human Resources Director

    Key Relationships: Field Facility Teams, Field Leadership Team, Support Center Leaders and Vendors

    THE OPPORTUNITY

    Look no further if you like to have fun, positively impact people, and grow your leadership skills in the coolest place on the planet. Your opportunity has arrived!

    United PF is dynamic, growing and continually evolving. You must be self-motivated. You should constantly innovate and drive positive change. Most importantly, you deliver consistently and over the top results! A role with United PF Partners is an opportunity to be a part of something special. If you would love working for a rapidly-growing company that changes people’s lives for the better every day, helps them live healthier, doesn’t judge anyone, and supports their communities and the Boys and Girls club (because they don’t judge either), then this may be your dream job!

    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

    The Human Resources Generalist will work as a business partner to support field leaders and cub level teammates to provide multi-unit HR partnership to include problem-solving, investigating and resolving teammate concerns, and to champion HR programs and initiatives. The HR Generalist will lead through the lens of people, core values, and mission first. Our formula is simple: happy team happy members = happy Planet.

    Provide counsel, feedback, and coaching on broad ranging topics and issues including business operations, process, and all teammate related actions that enhance growth of the individual and performance of the club and districts.

    Coach club and field leaders utilizing company values, through coaching process, conflict management/resolution, corrective action procedures, and labor law compliance.

    Work closely with field leaders to help create, implement, and manage the people plan to align with business objectives.

    Conduct and document investigations pertaining to labor laws and harassment and discrimination complaints in accordance with our mission and values, company guidelines, and provide recommendations for appropriate resolution of investigations.

    Visit club locations on a periodic basis with field leadership to identify trends and issues, provide guidance and coaching to club leaders on all HR related matters.

    Work systematically to diagnose problems, analyze data, identify root causes and recommend solutions for HR related business issues; develop creative and innovate solutions for improvement in partnership with the HR team.

    Support the talent management/succession planning process and plan for areas to build capability, diversity, manage performance, retain and grow talent.

    Work and lead at a company that lives its Core Values. What are our Core Values, you ask? They are Accountability, Balance, Communication, Customer Service Excellence, Growth, Innovation, Integrity, Passion, Positive Social Contribution, and Teamwork.

    Note: This job description is just the beginning of how you can contribute to the growth of our business. We look forward to the journey ahead and how duties, responsibilities, and activities may change as we learn and grow.

    WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

    Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related discipline. 

    3 - 5 years of HR generalist experience, including employee relations and investigations, general knowledge of compensation and benefits, staffing and recruiting, and training and development; HR certification a plus.

     Experience in retail or fitness industry and working with multi-site management preferred.

    Knowledge of effective HR practices, methods and processes in employment law and employee relations, performance management, and training and development. 

    Able to develop positive working relationships with field leaders and act as a strategic partner on all people related decisions.

    Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with all levels of the organization.

    Ability to work in a fast paced, growth culture with a high adaptability to an ever-changing environment.

    Willing to travel periodically to the various markets.

    Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Human Resources Information Systems.

    Competence in making timely, effective decisions with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. 

    Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate with teammates at all levels.

    HOW WE CAME TOGETHER AS A FRANCHISE

    In November 2016, two private equity firms, JLM Financial Partners and Eagle Merchant Partners, partnered to create United PF Partners through the combination of five leading Planet Fitness franchise groups, the country's largest Planet Fitness franchisee. In addition to being the largest franchisee with Planet Fitness, UPF is the largest fitness franchise in the world, 154 locations across 14 states, 2600 teammates, 1.1 million members, and over 100,000 Facebook followers. United PF Partners is well- positioned to double in size and achieve its aggressive growth and expansion goals while continuing to prioritize all our teammates’ journeys, member happiness, and operational excellence in a Judgement Free Zone.

    PLANET FITNESS BRAND

    Founded in 1992 in Dover, New Hampshire, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and fastest- growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by the number of members and locations. As of December 31, 2018, Planet Fitness had more than 12.5 million members and 1,742 stores in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominic Republic, Panama, and Mexico. The Company's mission is to enhance people's lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment, which we call Judgement Free Zone®. More than 95% of Planet Fitness stores are owned and operated by independent business men and women.