Policy & Handbook Management:

• Develop, update, and maintain Miller’s Ale House HR policies, employee handbooks, and other HR-related documentation to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Lead the review and revision of existing policies and handbooks to reflect changes in federal, state, or local labor laws.
• Ensure all Miller’s Ale House policies are clearly communicated to employees and management and are consistently enforced.

Compliance with State, Federal, and Local Laws:

• Stay informed and up to date on changes to federal, state, and local labor laws, ensuring the organization complies with all relevant legislation.
• Monitor and evaluate compliance with labor laws, including wage and hour laws, anti-discrimination laws, family leave laws, and workplace safety regulations.

HRIS:

• Utilization of HRIS system (UltiPro) for HR processes
• Partners with HRIS Analyst in metric-based report development
• Responds to Operations inquiries regarding the HRIS system

Audit & Reporting:

• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with all HR-related laws and internal policies.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management regarding compliance status and any potential areas of risk.
• Collaborate with external auditors, if necessary, to verify compliance with applicable laws.
• Conduct audits of food, allergen, alcohol service certifications to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure all staff involved in food and alcohol service are appropriately certified and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Employee Relations & Support:

• Act as a subject matter expert for compliance-related employee inquiries, addressing concerns regarding company policies, legal rights, and regulatory matters.
• Advise HR leadership and management on compliance issues and best practices to reduce legal risks.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Perform other related tasks or special projects as needed to ensure the company’s HR compliance program remains strong and effective.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Certification in HR (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar) preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in HR compliance, employee relations, or labor law.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG, Workday, SAP, Oracle).
• Previous experience in creating and maintaining employee handbooks and corporate policies.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of HR compliance and legal requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments to implement compliance initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).