Strategic HR Partner for Talent & Culture

Hirschbach; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirschbach Motor Lines is seeking an HR Business Partner in Dubuque, Iowa to serve as a strategic partner to employees and leaders, aligning people strategies with business goals. This role provides guidance on HR policies, manages employee relations issues, and supports performance and development processes.

You will use data to drive HR initiatives, foster engagement, and ensure compliance with laws and company guidelines, partnering with leaders to implement career development and talent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations and leader support.
• Demonstrated ability to apply HR policies and employment laws in practical settings.
• Proficiency in using HRIS platforms and analyzing HR data to inform decisions.
• Ability to coach leaders, manage complex situations, and handle sensitive matters with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary point of contact for employees and leaders regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs
• Provide guidance and coaching on employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, and conflict resolution
• Support leaders in the performance management process by identifying concerns, assisting with documentation, and facilitating performance improvement plans
• Interpret and apply HR policies consistently and in compliance with applicable laws and company guidelines
• Analyze HR data to identify trends and provide insights to support business decisions and improve organizational effectiveness
• Partner with leaders to implement career development and talent planning strategies, including building and maintaining job level frameworks
• Collaborate with HR colleagues and cross-functional teams to deliver programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture
• Ensure accurate and timely data management in HR systems and maintain compliance documentation as needed
• Assist in driving HR-related communications and change management efforts within assigned departments
• Operates independently on most employee relations matters, including investigations and coaching
• Provides advice to frontline and mid-level leaders on performance management, workforce planning, and policy application
• Leads department-level initiatives related to engagement, communication, and process improvement
• Uses data to identify trends, present insights, and support HR strategies
• Contributes to program development and plays a key role in HR projects
• Balances both tactical support and strategic advising responsibilities

Skills

Employee relations

Data analysis

Policy interpretation

Coaching leaders

HRIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

3–5 years HR experience

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Hirschbach Motor Lines is seeking an HR Business Partner in Dubuque, Iowa to serve as a strategic partner to employees and leaders, aligning people strategies with business goals. This role provides guidance on HR policies, manages employee relations issues, and supports performance and development processes.

You will use data to drive HR initiatives, foster engagement, and ensure compliance with laws and company guidelines, partnering with leaders to implement career development and talent