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INTRODUCTION

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for completing the daily reconciliation, accounting, and cash balancing functions (in some areas this may include counting the safe, counting, maintaining and reconciling self-checkout registers, and preparing the tills and deposits).

• Monitors cashier accountability and researches and reports problems and shortages to the Service Operations/Customer Service Manager and Store Director, including out of warranty checks, WIC violations, violation of check cashing procedures, cash variances, improper refunds and voids and till balance irregularities, etc.

• Partners with Division Loss Prevention and front end management team to resolve cash and other shrink issues.

• Assists the Store Director with billing and invoices.

• Maintains sales book. Reports daily and/or weekly sales information to the Division Office.

• Performs miscellaneous administrative duties such as ordering money orders, bus passes, lottery, gift cards, postage, and change (if applicable). Administrative duties include the use of various computer programs and e-mail systems.

• Reports attendance problems to the Store Director and appropriate department manager in a timely manner, including attendance or schedule violations.

• Reviews internal and external applications, conducts screening interviews and coordinates department manager interviews. Administers the job posting program. Manages pre-employment drug testing and tax credit process. Completes the new hire process, coordinates training, and conducts orientation.

• Coordinates and maintains all aspects of the hiring process including the computer assisted application and hiring process. May attend outside recruitment activities, such as job fairs. Maintains all in-store recruiting materials, applications, policy sign off forms, etc. Retains records related to the interview and hiring process.

• Orders and assigns uniforms, nametags, and miscellaneous store supplies. Handles outgoing/incoming mail, e-mail, and maintains miscellaneous office files. Updates break room information/communication boards as needed.

• Serves as liaison between the Human Resources, Payroll, and Benefits Departments. Handles payroll and benefits administration issues and works with Store Director and Human Resources representatives in handling some personnel issues. Reviews associate time records for compliance with Company policies. Submits and processes payroll on a timely basis. Maintains all Time and Attendance reports, Time and Attendance Correction Forms, schedules and personnel records in compliance with Company guidelines.

• Coordinates, inputs and tracks leave paperwork including disability, military, General Leave, Worker’s Compensation, Family Medical Leave Act and other leaves of absence. Processes appropriate paperwork for return from leave situations, processing reinstatements, termination forms, etc.

• Maintains Associate HR Records securely and keeps medical files (doctor’s notes, worker’s compensation, FMLA and other medical leave documents etc.) separate from associate personnel files. Ensures that current personnel files are complete and up to date and that they contain applications, policy statements, etc., by conducting in store file audits. Submits appropriate personnel status and address changes and termination paperwork. Ensures compliance with records retention policy requirements.

• Ensures that minor associates provide appropriate work certificates prior to beginning work, if any are required, and ensures that they are scheduled and working in compliance with state laws.

• Ensures compliance with HIPAA and the confidentiality required under federal and state law.

• May coordinate all safety-related activities, including monthly safety meetings. May coordinate service award programs.

• Answers and responds to incoming calls appropriately.

• Supports front end operations.

• Ensures proper cleanliness and neat appearance of the office area.

• Responsible for performing all job duties with honesty and integrity, in compliance with Company policies and procedures.

SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must sit for long periods of time, move, bend, stoop, kneel, twist and turn frequently. Ability to reach, lift and maneuver items of varying dimensions and sizes up to approximately 20 lbs. Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are necessary.

• Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements. Appropriately prioritizes workload. Thorough knowledge of cash balancing, cash handling, company policies, benefits, scheduling tools, payroll processing procedures, hiring, training and new associate orientation is required. Must work efficiently through organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Requires knowledge of one and two step math calculations (i.e., addition, subtraction, and percent calculations) and basic computer skills.

• Operates calculator, telephone, computer software and electronic equipment to order products, performs cash balance, plans and performs personnel functions.

• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills and leadership skills, while demonstrating an understanding of Company Core Values as reflected in personal and professional conduct.

• Must be friendly, courteous, sensitive and maintain professional demeanor in dealing with customers, co-workers and vendors. Must concentrate and deal with interruptions well, work independently, and take initiative. Good attendance is required. Must comply with appropriate grooming and dress code standards. Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities.

• Must utilize cleaning supplies.

• May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays. Scheduled hours will vary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Generally works in a temperature controlled office environment.

• Occasional travel, including overnight travel, may be required.

COMPENSATION

• The pay range is $19.38 to $27.15 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates will vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Dependent on length of service, hours worked and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation pay (accrued based on hours worked), paid holidays (between 7-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this job. If you have questions regarding your ability to physically perform the listed job duties and requirements – e.g. lifting, standing, bending, etc. – please speak to your Store Director. All team members must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each store and from store to store.

Union and Non-Union:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Dependent on length of service, hours worked and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation pay (accrued based on hours worked), paid holidays (between 7-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility).

EEO STATEMENT

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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