Human Resources Business Partner

Smith Chason; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Chason is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a trusted advisor to campus leadership and employees. This remote role supports Southern California and Phoenix areas, working with Senior Director of HR to advise on employee relations, performance, and policy compliance.

You will manage investigations, coaching, development planning, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business admin, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5–7+ years HR experience, esp. HRBP/Employee Relations roles.
• Remote work ability and CA labor law experience required.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise managers and employees on workplace issues and conflict resolution.
• Conduct investigations into complaints and policy violations.
• Guide disciplinary actions and performance improvement processes.
• Support performance management and development planning.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws; assist audits and reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Coaching

Remote work

Relationship building

HRIS experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business

MBA preferred

SHRM certification (preferred)

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION | Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

JOB TITLE: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

STATUS: Full-Time

TYPE: Remote Southern California and Phoenix Areas Only

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Human Resources

PURPOSE

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a first point of contact and key advisor to Campus Leadership and employees. The HRBP will provide hands‑on support across all facets of the organization and will effectively involve building and maintaining relationships with employees and leaders to mitigate employee relations issues. This role requires partnering with leadership to ensure compliance with State and Federal laws. The HRBP works collaboratively with leadership to foster a positive workplace culture, drive employee engagement, and support organizational growth.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

Employee Relations

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees regarding workplace issues, employee concerns, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct investigations related to employee complaints, policy violations, and workplace concerns.
• Provide guidance on disciplinary actions, corrective action plans, and performance improvement processes.
• Promote a positive employee experience and foster a culture of engagement and accountability.

Talent Management and Development

• Facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, evaluations, and development planning.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Interpret and apply company policies, procedures, and best practices consistently across the organization.
• Maintain knowledge of changing employment laws and HR trends.
• Support audits, investigations, and reporting requirements as needed.

Requirements

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a Human Resources Business Partner, HR Generalist, or Employee Relations role.
• Ability to successfully work in a remote work environment.
• Solid understanding of HR principles, employment law, and employee relations practices. CA labor law experience a must.
• Demonstrated successful handling of employee relations matters, investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills as well as conflict resolution, mediation, and coaching abilities.
• Ability to influence and build credibility with leaders and employees at all levels.
• Experience using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Southern California and Phoenix locals only; willingness to travel throughout Southern CA
• Must be able and willing to travel up to 25% of the time to support organizational operations, meetings, training, and multiple locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
• Experience supporting multiple locations, states, campuses, or business units.
• Experience within higher education, healthcare, workforce development, or service-based organizations preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Can independently move objects up to 25 lbs.
• Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, other office machinery, and perform repetitive motions
• Must have sufficient hearing and speaking ability to communicate in person or on the phone/computer with others