Human Resources Business Partner

Job Summary:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Facilitates new hire onboarding, and employee recognition programs.
• Performs tasks required to administer human resource programs including but not limited to benefits, compensation, and 401(k); disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Partner with management to create and update job descriptions along with competitive compensation practices.
• Maintains the integrity of the data in the HR system (Paylocity).
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Implement performance management systems and processes to provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and development opportunities to employees, driving continuous improvement and career growth.
• Lead organizational change management efforts, facilitating communication and collaboration between management and employees to ensure successful implementation of change initiatives.
• Partner with senior leadership to forecast workforce needs and develop succession plans, identifying high-potential employees and implementing strategies to develop and retain top talent.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Be the main point of contact for employee relation matters.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS (Paylocity).

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• At least five years of human resource management experience preferred.
• SHRM or PHR credentials a plus.

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.
• Occasional travel is required.