Human Resources Business Partner

Overview

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) role serves as a first point of contact and key advisor to Campus Leadership and employees. Responsibilities include providing support across all facets of the organization, managing employee relations, talent management, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, evaluations, and development planning.
• 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.
• Assist with leadership development and employee training initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to improve organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR programs and initiatives.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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: 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.

Culture of Care

Culture of Care is our commitment to create a supportive environment in which every student can achieve their educational and career goals. This includes understanding the student's complex lives and creating a school where everyone feels welcomed.