Human Resources Partner

Blue Grass Automotive, Inc. dba Blue Grass Motorsport is a six-time winner of the Audi Magna Society Award for Audi and is a franchised dealer for exclusive European luxury and performance automotive brands including Audi, Porsche, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Land Rover, and Jaguar. The dealership’s outstanding reputation was “Built on Performance.” Blue Grass Motorsport’ exotic and European used cars are represented with integrity and a true passion for the brands we represent. Blue Grass Motorsport is the only dealership serving the entire Commonwealth for Porsche, Maserati, Jaguar and Land Rover. There is an Audi dealership in Lexington, but Blue Grass Motorsport has many loyal clients living in Lexington as well as Pikeville, Covington, Newport, Bowling Green, Paducah, Elizabethtown, Henderson and in other cities across the Commonwealth. Blue Grass Motorsport has received multiple awards resulting from superior performance in client satisfaction and loyalty. Blue Grass Motorsport has the longest string of current continuous Porsche Premier Dealer Awards for 8 Years. Blue Grass Motorsport is an Audi Flagship dealer and 5-time winner of the Audi Magna award. Additionally, Land Rover Louisville has been named a Pinnacle Dealer and Jaguar Louisville is a Pride of Jaguar award-winning dealership. Blue Grass Motorsport is currently looking for an experienced HR Partner. The ideal candidate for this position would be people and compliance oriented, have strong organizational skills, and have proven experience as a trusted partner. This position requires the ability to multi-task in a deadline-oriented environment. Blue Grass Motorsport is a franchised dealer for exclusive European luxury and performance automotive brands, including Audi, Porsche, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Land Rover, and Jaguar. The dealership’s outstanding reputation was “Built on Performance” and is a true representation of integrity. As a family owned and operated business, Blue Grass Motorsport understands the importance of building a solid foundation for their employees and invests a significant amount of time and money to ensure they have every opportunity to be successful in their careers. Duties & Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Development · Assists managers in hiring and onboarding all new employees. · Works with owners and managers on all HR issues. · Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, onboarding, retention, and succession planning. · Coordinates the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings. · Develops or contracts with vendors for learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees. · Conducts onboarding of new employees. · Provides support and coordination of constructive and timely performance evaluations across all departments. · Oversees employee corrective action process, meetings, terminations, and investigations in accordance with company policy. · Provides support and guidance to management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations. Compliance · Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. · Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. · Manages all HRIS and related systems and vendor relationships in the HR space. · Manages the FMLA process and administration. · Partners with the leadership team to ensure employee communication aligns with business needs and Company goals. Compensation & Rewards Administration · Serves as back up for meticulous calculations and preparation of bi-weekly payroll for 100+ employees. · Serves as resource for Payroll Associate to calculate, prepare, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax returns. · Benefit administration including all medical and other insurances, 401K, HSA, sick and vacation records. · Ensures accurate posting of all items over to general ledger. · Administers worker’s comp insurance. · Oversees account reconciliations. · Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits to ensure Blue Grass attracts and retains top talent. · Payroll administration including paid time off, commissions, and incentive programs. Partner with finance colleagues to ensure proper allocation and record keeping. · Employee benefits administration to include annual renewals, enrollment, plan revisions, COBRA administration, and new employee orientation to the offerings. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Abilities · Excellent verbal and written communication skills are needed · High level of integrity, experience and professionalism working with sensitive and confidential information · Proven ability to interpret various pay plans and calculate checks with a high level of accuracy · Having dealership experience is a positive · Ability to work extended hours as needed · Must pass a background check and drug screen Education & Experience · Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required · A minimum of three years of human resource leadership experience preferred · SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR strongly preferred or willing to obtain in first twelve months Physical Requirements · Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer · Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times · Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities Blue Grass Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.

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