HR Business Partner (HRBP) - ASRC Energy

ASRC Energy Services; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Energy Services, LLC is seeking an HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to the VP of Human Resources, HR Director, and operational leaders. You will independently manage complex employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and proactive HR strategies while guiding leadership decisions.

You will develop policy, staffing, retention, succession, and employee relations programs tailored to North Slope operations, balancing business needs with legal guidance and risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven or more years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations, investigations, and management consulting.
• Broad knowledge of employee relations, performance management, leave/absorption, compensation, organizational change, policy interpretation, and federal/state laws.
• Ability to independently assess complex workplace situations, identify risks, and provide practical recommendations.
• Experience supporting operational, oil/gas, or field-based operations.
• Willingness to travel to North Slope worksites up to one week at a time.
• Strong relationship-building, conflict-resolution, investigation, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a high-volume workload with accuracy and discretion.
• Valid driver's license.
• HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned business units, understanding their workforce, environment, and business needs.
• Provide routine onsite HR support to North Slope operations, including travel for up to one week at a time.
• Independently manage a high volume of complex employee relations matters with proper documentation.
• Conduct thorough workplace investigations and present findings to HR leadership, Legal, and management.
• Advise leaders on performance management, corrective action, workplace conduct, and policy application.
• Interpret and apply company policies, employment laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Support leave and accommodation matters with HR resources and procedures.
• Build trusted relationships with employees, supervisors, leaders, HR teammates, and partners.
• Coach and train supervisors on employee relations, leadership expectations, documentation, and workforce management.
• Remain composed and exercise sound judgment in sensitive or high-risk matters.
• Identify workforce trends and recurring concerns using HR data and field engagement.
• Recommend and support improvements to HR processes, policies, programs, and employee experience.
• Develop and deliver HR briefings, supervisor training, orientation, and other programs.
• Provide guidance to other HR team members and promote consistent HR practices.
• Other duties as assigned and compliance with company policies and safety culture.

Skills

Relationship-building

Conflict resolution

Investigation

Analytical

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

ABOUT ASRC ENERGY

Build your career with a company built for Alaska. ASRC Energy combines decades of experience with a People First culture to deliver solutions for a sustainable future. Guided by our Inupiat heritage and ASPIRE values, we're committed to our employees, our communities, and creating lasting value for ASRC shareholders.

Proudly recognized as a Best Place to Work in Alaska by Alaska Business Magazine in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

OVERVIEW

The HR Business Partner serves as a trusted advisor to the VP of Human Resources, HR Director, and operational leadership. This position independently manages complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and proactive HR strategies while providing practical guidance that supports effective leadership decisions.

The HR Business Partner maintains a strong understanding of workforce culture, employee engagement, attrition, organizational trends, and operational needs, including the unique requirements of North Slope operations. The position develops policy, process, staffing, retention, succession, and employee relations recommendations that balance business objectives, employee needs, legal guidance, and organizational risk. The role requires continued professional growth, sound judgment, strong collaboration, and the ability to work effectively with leaders, employees, legal counsel, and a diverse HR team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned business units, developing a strong understanding of their workforce, operating environment, and business needs.


• Provide routine onsite HR support to North Slope operations, including travel for up to one week at a time.


• Independently manage a high volume of complex employee relations matters while maintaining appropriate documentation and meeting competing deadlines.


• Conduct thorough, timely, and objective workplace investigations and provide clear findings and recommendations to HR leadership, Legal, and management.


• Advise leaders on performance management, corrective action, workplace conduct, employee concerns, conflict resolution, and consistent application of policy.


• Interpret and apply company policies, employment laws, and regulatory requirements to practical workplace situations.


• Support leave and accommodation matters in coordination with appropriate HR resources and applicable company procedures.


• Build trusted relationships with employees, supervisors, operational leaders, HR team members, and other internal partners.


• Coach and train supervisors on employee relations practices, leadership expectations, documentation, and effective workforce management.


• Remain composed and exercise sound judgment when addressing sensitive, urgent, or high-risk workplace matters.


• Identify workforce trends and recurring concerns using HR data, case information, and direct field engagement.


• Recommend and support practical improvements to HR processes, policies, employee programs, and the overall employee experience.


• Develop and deliver HR briefings, supervisor training, orientation, and other employee or management programs.


• Provide guidance and support to other HR team members while contributing to consistent HR practices across the organization.


• Other duties will be assigned to this position as needs require.


• Comply with Company and customer policies and procedures.


• Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.


• Seven or more years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including significant responsibility for employee relations, workplace investigations, and management consultation.


• Broad working knowledge of employee relations, performance management, leave and accommodation requirements, compensation practices, organizational change, policy interpretation, and applicable federal and state employment laws.


• Demonstrated ability to independently assess complex workplace situations, identify risks, and provide clear and practical recommendations.


• Experience supporting operational, oil and gas, or field-based operations.


• Ability and willingness to routinely travel to North Slope worksites for up to one week at a time.


• Strong relationship-building, conflict-resolution, investigation, analytical, and written communication skills.


• Ability to organize and prioritize a high-volume workload while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, confidentiality, and professional judgment.


• Valid driver's license.


• Professional HR certification, such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred.

ASRC SHAREHOLDER OPPORTUNITIES

If you are an ASRC Shareholder looking for exciting training opportunities within ASRC Energy, to learn more about the Nutaaq program.

WHY WORK WITH US

At ASRC Energy, people come first. We collaborate, value every contribution, and invest in the success of our employees, families, and communities. If you're looking for meaningful work with a company that values safety, integrity, and growth, start your career with ASRC Energy and ASPIRE with us.

• Absolute Integrity: We do the right thing because it's the right thing to do.


• Safety: Safety is our foundation - we bring it everywhere we go.


• People First: We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business.


• Inupiat Heritage: We believe in \"one crew, one journey\" and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future.


• Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues.


• Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance.

TOTAL REWARDS

ASRC Energy offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees and their families.

We provide comprehensive medical coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB), as well as dental and vision insurance. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) program with a company match of up to 4% and immediate vesting after just two pay periods. To further support employees and their households, we offer access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), along with a wide range of supplemental insurance options including voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), pet insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and critical illness coverage.

We are also committed to professional development by providing tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal learning resources through our ASPIRE Academy.

To learn more about our full suite of benefits, please visit our benefits page.

WORKING ON THE NORTH SLOPE

While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you. All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms. Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate may work the opposite shift. Wi-Fi and Internet is free and available within the camp. Services vary depending upon where you are staying; however, most facilities offer housekeeping, self-serve laundry, commissary, mail, gyms, TV/Theater Room, etc. Each facility will have its own accommodation and policies that will be reviewed upon on-site orientation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment requirements outlined below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. A post-offer, pre-hire Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to ensure an employee's ability to safely meet job standards. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Candidates must be able to comply with the ASRC Energy Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, successfully pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both urinalysis and hair testing, and meet the physical requirements of working in a remote location under arctic conditions. In addition, candidates will be required to pass a Fit-for-Duty Exam, complete a background check, and obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location. The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company's continued operational needs once training is completed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AES and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood,medicalcondition, physical or mentaldisability,protectedveteran status,sexualorientation,gender,gender identity, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

AES and its subsidiaries comply with applicable requirements of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact the AES Human Resources Team at [phone].

For more information please visit: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

NOTE TO ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES

It is recommended that all current employees inform their managers when they apply for new positions as leadership will be notified of current employees applying for posted positions.