Human Resources Business Partner - FT

Pioneer Human Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Flexible spending

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability

Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Employee recognition programs

Public transportation discount

EAP

Job summary

Pioneer Human Services is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to deliver HR services across employee relations, engagement, and compliance. You will partner with leaders to implement policies, training, and workforce planning that align with our mission and values.

Expect a role that balances employee advocacy with business needs, requiring strategic thinking, a consultative approach, and strong knowledge of employment laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, performance management and federal, state and local employment laws.
• A track record of delivering consultative approaches to employee relations, performance management, talent management and change management.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly or bi-weekly meetings to understand employee relations concerns and maintain positive relations.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, talent management and change management up to middle management level.
• Advise leaders on HR policies and processes; navigate resolutions and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coach leaders to deliver people management capabilities.
• Collaborate with HR peers to develop integrated HR solutions aligned with business goals.
• Partner with legal counsel as needed to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Consultative approach

Change management

Diversity and inclusion

Education

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

Master’s degree in Business or Human Resources

Job description

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We are currently looking for a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on racial justice, second opportunities, diversity, equity and inclusion.

WHO WE ARE - Our Mission

We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 35+ locations across Washington state that provided a chance for change to over 9,500 individuals in 2024.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Pioneer, our employees are important. That's why we offer a Total Rewards package that includes compensation and benefits to support employees' health, security, and balance.

COMPENSATION:

New hires start between $84,466 and $112,621 based on experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, internal equity, and market factors. While the full pay range is listed for this position for pay transparency, individual compensation is determined by various factors and may vary within the posted range.

Benefits:

Eligible after 30 days of full-time employment (minimum of 30 hours/week):

• Medical
• Flexible spending
• Dental
• Vision

Additional coverage after 60 days:

• Life
• AD&D
• Disability

Other benefits:

• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending
• Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs)
• Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution)
• Employee recognition programs
• Public transportation discount
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is accountable for the execution and delivery of HR services to include but not limited to: employee relations, employee engagement, retention, legal compliance, training initiatives, change management, policy development and interpretation, and special projects in support of company initiatives. This position requires the initiative to understand the business/operations in order to develop and recommend integrated solutions as it pertains to employee relations, policies, procedures and guidelines. Provides sound guidance, advice and recommendations, including helping business partners think through a range of options. Ensuring the use of a customer-centric lens while balancing the role of employee champion and change agent is critical to the success in this position. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition. Ensures consideration is made for the downstream implications of decisions as they relate to pertinent employment law, our company policies, or our culture is expected. Communicating needs proactively with our HR department and business management, the HRBP seeks to develop integrated solutions. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the holistic organization.

PRIMARY/ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct regular weekly or bi-weekly meetings to build positive employee outcomes by establishing and maintaining connections with leader/business units. Helps shape a positive work environment by staying abreast of current trends and anticipating impending employee concerns or needs.
• Delivers a consultative approach to employee relations, performance management, talent management and change management up to the middle management level.
• Provides human resource advice, support, consultation and guidance, including application of HR policies and processes, with leaders and employees. Navigates and recommends resolutions on employee issues, leads employee relations initiatives to ensure a positive and fair work environment, while maintaining compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
• Coache and develop leaders and managers to deliver people management capabilities.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with other HR functions to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal counsel as needed/required.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Develops job description content and ensures consistency in language, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Develops contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers.
• Provides coaching to Managers regarding communication and delivery of sensitive information to employees.
• Collaborates with other HRBPs to develop appropriate and similar solutions in similar circumstances.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Collaborates with other program partners to develop appropriate grant metrics, reports.
• Partners with community resources to build community brand and employee pipeline.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field. An equivalent combination of education and directly related work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, performance management and federal, state and local employment laws.
• A track record of delivering consultative approaches to employee relations, performance management, talent management and change management.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes shift coverage (early morning/late afternoon), weekends, and holidays; this is critical to support the needs of the business and is subject to change.

PREFERRED/DESIRABLE

• Master’s degree in Business or Human Resources

EEO

Pioneer human services is an equal opportunity employer of minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. EEOC is the Law/EEO Policy Statement

Pioneer Human Services is a Drug-Free Company

Pioneer Human Services is a drug free company. This position has been deemed safety sensitive under RCW 49.44.240(3) and is subject to both pre-employment drug testing and drug testing during employment, to include testing for marijuana.