A Human Resource Business Partner serves as an internal consultant and processor to our employees on record changes and issues that impact performance. Additionally, this position will proactively support and uphold human resources policies, programs, and services, including recruiting, retention, diversity and inclusion, employee benefits, performance management, employee relations, employment practices and procedures, employee communications, and employee events.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Employee Relations
- Serve as the first HR point of contact for assigned groups of employees of all levels regarding all HR matters
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with management and staff to guide them on sensitive & confidential subjects such as terminations, medical leaves, ADA requests, FMLA leaves, performance improvement plans & corrective action forms, and coaching as needed
- Assist leaders from all levels in identifying, documenting, and communicating results and deficiencies in performance
- Partner with employees to resolve onboarding, payroll, leave, and other employee relations issues
- Conduct new hire orientations and exit interviews
- Performance Management
- Train leaders on the administration of performance management programs, procedures, and guidelines, with a heavy emphasis on action planning
- Innovation
- Suggest new HR strategies that will improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
- Training & Development
- Support necessary training for employees, including but not limited to new hire orientation, and employee engagement
- Benefits
- Promote AMBA total rewards program which encompasses direct and indirect benefits
- Monitor FMLA and coordinate ongoing communication while on leave, act as a conduit between employee and insurance carrier, track and communicate usage of time
- Answer questions and give guidance to employees on benefit-related questions
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Ability to manage time efficiently and manage ambiguity & change with ease
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience in Human Resources or related field
- Strong attention to detail skills
- 3 years of experience in Human Resources
- PHR or SHRM-CP or ability to obtain one of these certifications within the first year of employment
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes and solutions to complex problems and scenarios
- Ability to create solid relationships and provide positive experiences for internal partners, including senior leadership
- Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience working with HRIS and Performance Management Systems preferred
