This is an exciting HRBP opportunity with a stable non-profit in the power/utility space going through modernization and process transformation. The HRBP will be the right hand to the HR leader, supporting the full talent life-cycle, as well as all other aspects of HR operations. See additional details below and apply to learn more.
Summary
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to business leaders while also supporting the day-to-day execution of core human resources functions. This role bridges strategy and operations—aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals while ensuring smooth delivery of HR services at the employee level.
At a high level, the HRBP partners with leadership to drive talent management, workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational development. They provide guidance on performance management, coaching, succession planning, and change management, helping leaders build effective, high-performing teams.
A critical component of this role includes managing employee relations matters. The HRBP acts as a trusted resource for both employees and managers, addressing workplace concerns, conducting investigations, resolving conflicts, and providing guidance on disciplinary actions. The HRBP approaches employee relations matters with professionalism and impartiality, maintaining appropriate professional boundaries while ensuring decisions are grounded in company policy, consistency, and sound judgment.
In addition to having a strategic focus, this HRBP role also carries responsibility for core HR administrative functions. This includes supporting employee lifecycle processes such as, but not limited to, full cycle recruiting, onboarding & offboarding, maintaining employee records, leave of absence management, administering HR policies and programs, coordinating benefits, training & development, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies and procedures.
The ideal candidate combines a strategic mindset with a practical, hands-on approach while also executing operational HR tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Strong interpersonal skills, business acumen, and attention to detail are essential for success in this dual-capacity role.
This HR Business Partner position has a significant impact on all aspects of the employee lifecycle and is an integral part of our organization. The HRBP contributes to the expert delivery and support of the following HR service areas:
- Compensation and Benefits
- Data Analytics and Reporting
- Talent Acquisition and Talent Management
- Leave of Absence Management
- Onboarding and Offboarding
- Employee Relations
- Employee Engagement and Retention
- Back-up for Sr. Payroll Administrator
- Employment Policies and Compliance
- Communications and Culture
- Learning & Development Planning
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your knowledge in all areas of Human Resources and contribute to process improvements. We are specifically looking for someone who is eager to learn and grow in the role.
The HR Team is Seeking
- A team player who will pitch in where needed will ask for assistance when needed
- A confident self-starter who realizes that what you do impacts other people and you choose to give your personal best in all you do
- A lifelong learner with the desire to learn and grow with other members of the HR team
- A pleasant and professional person who can have some fun at work
Education and Knowledge Required for Success
- A bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field with at least 8 -10 years of demonstrated related experience – a combination of education and related experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
- Deep knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and Workforce Manager preferred
- A minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience managing employee relations matters, including conducting investigations, resolving workplace conflicts, and providing guidance on policy application in a fair, consistent, and compliant manner
- Demonstrated experience managing and/or overseeing complex leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, medical leaves, and state-specific leave laws
- Intermediate skills in MS Office software with emphasis on Excel
- Knowledge of general HR functions and employment related laws
- Full cycle recruiting experience (LinkedIn Recruiter experience preferred
- Broad knowledge and expertise in all benefits and insurances such as health, life, dental, vision, STD, LTD, FSA, AD&D, LTD, COBRA, Workers Compensation, unemployment, FMLA, 403(b) and pension plans preferred
- PHR/SPHR or the willingness to pursue certification preferred
If you’re ready to make an impact and take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and a member of Talentfoot’s recruitment team will be in touch should your track record of success, experience, skills and qualifications match our client’s requirements.