Human Resources Partner

Kimley-Horn; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Time off & flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement & training

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Tulsa, OK is seeking an HR Business Partner to join our office-based HR team. You will engage with leaders to address employee relations, performance management, and workforce development, while guiding benefits and compliance program questions.

The role requires travel up to 50% regionally, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate across the firm to support retention and growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related HR experience including employee relations.
• Bachelor's (or Masters) degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Day travel is required to support the needs of the region, approximately 50%; overnight travel required occasionally
• Knowledge of federal and state labor and employment law
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and HRIS systems
• Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, presentation, and relationship building
• Excellent organization and follow-through skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with limited daily supervision
• Ability and desire to work collaboratively with team members within the region, as well as across the firm, to meet goals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide excellent internal and external client service
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Propose solutions and engage partners in retention efforts, general employee relations support, performance management, terminations, teambuilding, complaint/conflict resolution, and career development
• Conduct new hire orientations and lead the integration planning for new hires at all levels
• Serve as a benefits point-of-contact by responding to questions and educating employees on company benefit programs
• Manage leaves of absence, including FMLA and workers’ compensation
• Develop and facilitate multiple training programs
• Manage special projects that have region-wide and/or company-wide impact

Skills

Employee relations

Interpersonal skills

Organization & multitasking

HR certification

HRIS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Master's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Human Resources (HR) Business Partner to join our Tulsa, OK office on their HR team! This is an in office position.

Responsibilities

• Propose solutions and engage partners in the areas of retention efforts, general employee relations support, performance management, terminations, teambuilding, complaint/conflict resolution, and career development
• Conduct new hire orientations and lead the integration planning for new hires at all levels
• Serve as a benefits point-of-contact by responding to questions and educating employees on company benefit programs
• Manage leaves of absence, including FMLA and workers’ compensation
• Develop and facilitate multiple training programs
• Manage special projects that have region-wide and/or company-wide impact

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related experience including employee relations experience
• Bachelors (or Masters degree) in Human Resources or related field
• Day travel is required to support the needs of the region, approximately 50%; overnight travel required occasionally
• Knowledge of federal and state labor and employment law
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and HRIS systems
• Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, presentation, and relationship building
• Excellent organization and follow-through skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with limited daily supervision
• Ability and desire to work collaboratively with team members within the region, as well as across the firm, to meet goals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide excellent internal and external client service
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP strongly preferred

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.