The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business operations, its culture, competition, successes and challenges. The HRBP establishes and maintains the company's employee relations and regulations, as well as helps to ensure that managers and their reports are aware of these systems and following them. The HRBP also helps mediate employee disputes, ensure proper record keeping of employee documentation and records and support employment law compliance.

This will be a full time, in office position in Birmingham, MI.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to enhance human resources relationship with operations through regular communication and working together to solve HR/business related problems
• Advise, coach and mentor employees, supervisors and managers within the organization on a regular basis
• Lead workplace investigations and work with management in appropriate resolution of complex employee relations issues and complaints
• Coach management on performance management, succession planning, employee development, and disciplinary processes
• Maintain consistent documentation in case management software on issues that may arise, to support investigations, messages and outcomes delivered to employee and/or manager.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations; implement initiatives associated with compliance, respond to state and national surveys and reports
• Work with legal team to investigate and respond to inquiries and claims from government agencies and legal matters
• Identify training needs and support implementation of training goals and initiatives; design and deliver training programs as needed
• Support job boards, hiring requisitions, and recruitment outsourcing program through reviewing job descriptions, job postings, and occasionally reviewing candidates as requested by department managers and field offices.
• Design and develop tools and programs to support recruitment, onboarding, retention and off boarding within the organization
• Utilize Human Resources tools, systems, files, and drives for reporting and maintenance of employee related data
• Review and analyze metrics and meet with General and Regional managers to deliver people related trends
• Prepare, review, approve and ensure compliance for employee change requests, offer letters, separations, and work related agreements and communications
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities for the business and human resources within the organization
• Participate in continuing education to further knowledge best practices, and changes in legislation related to employment
• Build team morale and promote company culture by demonstrating positive and professional attitude
• Maintain the highest level of professional standards and confidentiality as it relates to the organization
• Support human resources related projects and day to day operations within the human resources team
• Support training and development of other human resources team members
• Supervise other employees as assigned
• Perform as deputy to National Human Resources Manager
• All other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with concentration on Human Resources, or similar degree or work experience
• Minimum 5 years Human Resources experience in business partner, generalist, or human resources leadership role
• Experience supporting employees and management on the west coast including some or all of the following states: CA, AZ, WA, OR, HI, NV, UT, ID, NM, CO
• Human Resources certification preferred
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, employee relations, diversity, and performance management.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply applicable law, guidelines, regulations, ordinances and policies.
• Experience working with various levels of employees
• Methodical approach to analyzing and problem solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work both strategically and tactically
• Ability to work in ambiguous situations and bring solutions
• Self starter and able to excel in autonomous situations
• Strong sense of ethics and ownership in relation to human resources responsibilities
• Proficient in Microsoft programs, Google, and HRIS platforms

Physical Demands

• Occasional lifting up to 15 pounds
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks
• The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.