Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Tri Star Engineering, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri Star Engineering, Inc. seeks a Senior HR Business Partner to collaborate with the Director of HR in developing and implementing HR initiatives that align with the company’s long-term goals and strategic objectives.

This role acts as a trusted advisor across workforce planning, leadership development, and compliance with employment laws. The SR HRBP will lead organizational change, support multi-site operations, and partner with Legal and Compliance to ensure consistent HR practices while

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience.
• 4–6+ years supporting senior leaders as an HR Business Partner.
• Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or Organizational Development.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or higher).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• Experience in multi-site government contracting environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR initiatives aligned with long-term goals.
• Lead organizational change, restructures, and business transformation.
• Advise on organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Analyze workforce metrics and propose performance/engagement improvements.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and retention initiatives.
• Coach executives and managers on leadership effectiveness.
• Support conflict resolution and difficult employee conversations.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and investigations.
• Update and create HR policies and procedures; ensure consistent practices.
• Collaborate on salary planning and market competitiveness with Compensation & Benefits.
• Work with Legal/HR Compliance on employment matters.
• Guide managers on policy interpretation, performance management, and discipline.
• Partner with Learning & Development for leadership/employee development.
• Stay current on HR trends and employment law; lead audits and compliance projects.
• Travel to corporate offices monthly and occasional industry events.

Skills

Leadership support

Communication

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Confidentiality

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree in HR/Business Admin/OD

PHR/SHRM-CP or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Power BI

Power Automate

Job description

Description

The SR Human Resources Business Partner will work closely with the Director of HR to provide thought leadership in the development and implementation of HR initiatives that align with TRISTAR's long-term goals and strategic business objectives. The SR HRBP serves as a subject-matter expert across multiple HR functions including workforce planning, leadership development, employee relations, performance management, compliance with employment laws and regulations, supports organizational initiatives, and acts as a trusted advisor to management and employees.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May provide functional guidance, training, and mentorship to junior HR staff or administrative support personnel.
• No direct supervisory responsibility unless assigned.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Develop and implement HR initiatives that align with business goals and long-term strategic plans.
• Lead organizational change initiatives, restructures, and business transformation.
• Provide guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Analyze workforce metrics and recommend solutions to improve performance and engagement.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and retention initiatives.
• Coach executives and people managers on leadership effectiveness.
• Support conflict resolution and difficult employee conversations.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and workplace investigations.
• Support updating and creating HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and employment practices.
• Develop management plans and communication strategies.
• Partner with Compensation and Benefits teams on salary planning and market competitiveness.
• Partner with Legal and HR Compliance Manager on employment related matters.
• Provide guidance to managers on policy interpretation, performance management, corrective action, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Learning and Development to identify leadership and employee development opportunities.
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, regulatory updates, and employment law.
• Lead or support HR projects, audits, compliance reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or Organizational Development.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience.
• 4-6+ years supporting senior leaders as an HR Business Partner.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or higher).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance.
• Experience supporting senior leadership and multiple business units.
• Experience supporting a multi-site government contracting environment.
• Experience leading HR initiatives or projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal, coaching, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and strict confidentiality.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-SCP or SPHR.
• Prosci Change Management Certification.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Power Automate.

Working Conditions

• Remote - Primarily office-based with extensive computer and HRIS use.
• Travel to Corporate office once a month.
• Occasional travel for industry events, client sites, and support of HR initiatives and projects.
• Frequent interaction with employees, managers, and leadership both in person and virtually.
• Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours to support time-sensitive or confidential HR matters.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.