HR Business Partner

Eckerd Connects; Clearwater (FL); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent nonprofit organization in Clearwater, Florida is seeking an HR Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor. The role involves building relationships with leaders, providing expert guidance on HR functions, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related fields and over 5 years of HR experience. This position supports a mission-driven environment focusing on making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

19 days of Paid Time Off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in fast-paced settings.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Must be able to meet auto insurance requirements and drive.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic consultant and advisor to business units.
• Provide expert coaching to managers and employees.
• Champion employee engagement programs and resolve conflicts.

Skills

Interpersonal and relationship-building abilities

Organizational and time management skills

Analytical and critical thinking skills

Understanding of employment laws

Proficiency in HR Information Systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ADP

Job description

Overview

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others. Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• PTO Exchange

Salary Rate: $63,000-$65,000

Remote Position with 10-15% travel as needed for program visits.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic consultant and advisor to designated business units, aligning people strategies with organizational objectives. This role builds strong relationships with leaders, provides expert guidance on organizational effectiveness, and leverages data to influence talent decisions. The HRBP collaborates closely with all HR functions to ensure consistent delivery of best-in-class human capital solutions.

Employee Relations & Culture

• Provide expert coaching to managers and employees to build trust, resolve conflicts, and navigate complex workplace issues.
• Ensure fair and compliant handling of employee relations matters, leveraging internal resources and HR leadership as needed.
• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective workplace investigations.
• Champion a culture of integrity, equity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Maintains knowledge of federal and state legal requirements related to HR and employee management.

Strategic Partnership & Change Leadership

• Act as a thought partner to leaders on performance management, talent priorities, and organizational change.
• Participate in the development and execution of business strategies, ensuring alignment with HR initiatives.
• Analyze workforce metrics and trends (e.g., turnover, engagement, employee surveys) and interpret the story behind the data and recommend actionable solutions to business unit leaders.
• Champion employee engagement programs to enhance morale, retention, and organizational culture.

Workforce Planning & Talent Management

• Partner with Talent Acquisition and business unit leaders to forecast workforce needs and create robust pipelines.
• Support the implementation of the performance management process that promotes accountability and results.
• Contribute to talent development, leadership coaching, and succession planning.
• Act as a liaison between HR functions (e.g., Talent Acquisition, HR Compliance, L&D, HR Analytics) and the business units.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, including effective negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills; able to interpret HR data and recommend evidence-based solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion, professionalism
• Strong understanding of employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in using HR Information Systems (HRIS) and talent management systems to support business processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR-related technologies; experience with ADP and analytics dashboard preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution. PHR and/or SHRM-CP highly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in fast-paced and high-volume settings.
• Must be able to meet Eckerd\'s Auto Insurance requirements and drive for business purposes. Must be able to travel occasionally and overnight to program locations as required. Travel 10-15%.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

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