Mercy Ships is a global faith-based charity that uses hospital ships to bring safe, free, and affordable surgery and training to people in Africa. For over 40 years, Mercy Ships has visited more than 55 low- or middle-income nations. We are passionate about bringing hope and healing through safe surgical care, while we work with partners and stakeholders to strengthen local healthcare systems. Since the inception of this dream by founders Don and Deyon Stephens in 1978, Mercy Ships has served more than 2.7 million direct beneficiaries without regard for race, gender, or religion.

We're seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) who will be responsible for aligning organizational objectives with talent groups and management in designated functional area. The position formulates partnerships across the HR capabilities to deliver value-added service to management and talent groups that reflects the objectives, mission and core values of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of knowledge about the operations of the organization to connect the HR solution to deliver a best-in-class talent management program.

We follow the 2000-year-old model of Jesus, bringing hope and healing by providing life-changing surgeries to children and adults who otherwise would go without. Together we are saving lives.

What's needed for this position:

• Minimum of 5 years of core HR services (performance management, compensation, employee relations, DE&I as a business strategy, and employment law).
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Proven experience being the face of HR, representing policies and practices to managers and employees across the organization.
• Consultative approach and ability to work autonomously.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional or HRCI credential, preferred.
• Successful completion of Mercy Ships Entry Training will be required within the first year.

What You Will Contribute:

• Builds, develop, and maintain strong collaborative, consultative working relationships across the HRBP’s designated functional area.
• Act as a liaison between employees and management to answer questions or concerns regarding company policies, practices, and regulations
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, maintain retention goals, and increase productivity.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Manage employee relations issues by providing counsel and guidance to managers on grievance, disciplinary, and performance issues; lead investigations when necessary.
• Expand the HRBP presence and impact, be visible to employees and managers across the business; answer general employee and manager questions on a day-to-day basis.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Conduct exit interviews and report on findings/themes on a quarterly basis.
• Draft HR-related documentation.
• Serve as ambassador for all DEI initiatives.
• Develops engagement terms for talent groups (volunteers, staff, interns, and contractors, and global seconded team members).
• 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.
• Lead contributor in staff recognition and engagement programs including service awards, community gathering presentations, and community-strengthening initiatives.
• Leave administration.
• Contributor to workforce management activities such as job analysis, development of interview guides, job descriptions; and providing recommendations for effective staffing strategies.
• Contributor to the HR leadership team in leading team meeting, writing HR communications, and special projects.
• Co-lead monthly HR/manager meetings.
• First level workforce demand planning and administration.
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll receive: #MercyShipsPERKS

(Health Benefits offered subject to country regulations)

• The opportunity to use your professional skills to make a global impact.
• The opportunity to live out your faith at work.
• Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan, with matching contribution.
• Paid holidays & a competitive rate of Paid Time Off accrual
• Staff devotionals, prayer time, and Chaplaincy support.
• On campus dining with gourmet meals, including a specialty coffee shop and community events
• On campus recreation, including indoor basketball and racquetball courts, weight room, walking and biking trails, a disk golf course, and an outdoor pool

In this position, you’ll need:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to work under pressure
• High aptitude for computer applications, including HRIS and ATS
• Able to implement and lead HR projects to completion
• Demonstrated proficient Excel skills and constructing branded presentations
• Possess capacity building and training skills
• Enjoy working with people and possess strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision, and committed to its core values
• Understand and apply servant leadership, work collaboratively with integrity and demonstrate accountability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lindale, TX 75771: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person