HR Business Partner

Catholic Diocese of Columbus•Columbus, OH

13d•$55,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to diocesan leaders, parishes, schools, and ministries. The role supports workforce initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, wellbeing, organizational effectiveness, and talent development. It leads employee wellbeing programs, learning and development initiatives, and HR analytics efforts to support informed decision-making and improve the employee experience across the Diocese of Columbus. The HRBP promotes the mission and values of the Catholic Church while fostering continuous improvement, professional growth, and employee care. The position is based at the Catholic Center in downtown Columbus and follows a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. schedule. The employee is expected to work in the office at least three days per week and travel around Ohio and throughout the Diocese of Columbus as needed. The HRBP reports to the Director of HR. Candidates must be practicing Catholics in good standing with the Catholic Church.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Data Analytics, or a related field.
At least 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
Experience in employee engagement, wellbeing programs, training and development, and HR analytics.
Experience working with HRIS systems and workforce data reporting.
Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment law.
Ability to analyze workforce data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, and training skills.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS platforms, and reporting tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct.
Demonstrated ability to support and advance the mission of the Catholic Church; must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church.
Ability to travel throughout the Diocese of Columbus as needed.
Ability to lift and transport training materials up to 25 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
Conduct consistent with the teachings, mission, and values of the Roman Catholic Church, and ability to work collaboratively to foster a faith-filled, respectful, and service-oriented workplace.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Experience in nonprofit, educational, healthcare, or faith-based organizations.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or similar HR certification.
Training, organizational development, or analytics certifications.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate employee wellbeing programs supporting physical, emotional, financial, and spiritual wellness.
Partner with diocesan leadership on strategies to improve employee engagement, retention, and workplace satisfaction.
Coordinate wellness initiatives, employee recognition programs, and work-life balance resources.
Analyze employee feedback, engagement survey results, and organizational trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
Promote a culture of inclusion, respect, and employee support aligned with Catholic values.
Design, coordinate, and deliver employee learning and development programs.
Conduct organizational needs assessments to identify skill gaps and development opportunities.
Develop leadership training programs for managers, supervisors, principals, and ministry leaders.
Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for newly hired employees.
Collaborate with diocesan departments, schools, and parishes to ensure consistent training standards and compliance requirements.
Manage learning resources, training materials, and employee development plans.
Develop and maintain HR dashboards, metrics, and reports.
Analyze workforce data related to recruitment, retention, turnover, engagement, compensation, training effectiveness, and employee demographics.
Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership for strategic workforce planning.
Identify trends and opportunities that improve organizational performance and employee outcomes.
Partner with payroll, benefits, and HR teams to ensure data accuracy and reporting integrity.
Use HRIS systems and reporting tools to generate actionable insights.
Advise leaders on employee relations, organizational development, workforce planning, and change management.
Support performance management processes, succession planning, and talent reviews.
Assist leaders in developing strategies that align workforce needs with diocesan goals.
Ensure HR programs and practices comply with applicable employment laws and diocesan policies.
Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.