Employee Relations Partner
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Lakewood, CO
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $76,000.00/Yr. - USD $86,000.00/Yr.Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:
The Human Resources Business Partner will provide full HR cycle employee relations guidance to managers, employees, and HR team. This position will partner with Regional and Store Managers within various states and drive the roll out of new HR related initiatives and policies, provide advisement regarding performance related issues, and provide guidance and coaching on all HR related matters. This position requires a minimum 3 years Human Resource Generalist or Employee Relations in a retail, multi-unit environment.
Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.
12/05/2025
Responsibilities
Main Ingredients:
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.
Qualifications
Recipe for Success:
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Home Office managers that may not be listed in this job description.
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Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
- Birthday Bonus Pay
- Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
- Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
- Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
- Paid Nutrition Education
- good4u Crew Member Discount
- {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
- Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
- Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
- Health and Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Diversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
An effective Employee Relations Partner in retail thrives on conflict resolution, policy advisement, and performance management skills. Mastery in federal and state HR laws, negotiation, and delivering training ensures they support managers and crews across multiple locations efficiently.
Career advancement for Employee Relations Partners often involves moving into strategic HR leadership or regional management. Gaining expertise in complex employee relations, policy implementation, and cross-unit collaboration opens doors to director-level positions or specialized HR consulting roles.
Daily activities blend coaching managers on compliance, investigating employee concerns, facilitating HR initiatives, and collaborating with leave and benefits teams. Given Lakewood's retail landscape, adaptability to regional policies and occasional travel between stores are common.
Natural Grocers integrates diversity and inclusion into its HR culture, expecting Employee Relations Partners to champion equitable practices and foster inclusive work environments. This commitment enriches team dynamics and aligns with the company’s mission for community wellbeing.
The role emphasizes hands-on support, coaching, and health-conscious benefits, reflecting Natural Grocers’ wellness ethos. Partners engage closely with crew members, ensuring policies promote both employee wellbeing and compliance, aligning HR functions with the company’s health-driven values.
The role offers a competitive annual salary ranging between $76,000 and $86,000. This aligns with regional standards for HR business partners specializing in employee relations within retail, reflecting experience and the scope of responsibilities.
Lakewood’s traffic can fluctuate, especially during peak hours, so planning for variable commute times is wise. Proximity to major highways offers reasonable access to Natural Grocers locations, but occasional travel up to 10% requires flexibility for visits to regional stores.
Lakewood’s retail sector shows steady demand for skilled employee relations specialists, driven by multi-unit operations. Candidates with retail HR experience and knowledge of Colorado labor laws find favorable opportunities, though competition remains moderate given the specialized skill set.
Key qualifications include at least three years of HR generalist or employee relations experience, strong knowledge of federal/state laws (FMLA, ADA), effective communication, conflict mediation skills, and proficiency in HRIS platforms like Dayforce.
Natural Grocers emphasizes a wellness-centered culture, expecting partners to integrate health-focused HR initiatives alongside traditional employee relations duties. Their commitment to diversity and proactive coaching distinguishes this role from counterparts in less specialized retail environments.