HR Business Partner II

Job Summary: The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. Serves as the main contact and HR liaison for an assigned business unit. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition. May sit on leadership teams for assigned business unit or function.

Supervisory/Management Authority
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads strategic workforce planning initiatives for business units
• Identifies barriers to meeting workforce requirements to fulfill business objectives and works to develop and implement solutions
• Keeps respective business units up to date on workforce analytics and trends
• Helps lead special projects related to leadership or workforce development like succession planning initiatives for managerial roles
• Consults with management and provides coaching and HR guidance when appropriate
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Works with recruiting and compensation on hiring needs.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual leadership coaching needs.
• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field and 8 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues. Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws. SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment. MBA or masters degree in human relations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Work Environment:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Disclaimer:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.  The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.