HR Business Partner (HRBP)

Mountain Hot Tub•King Arthur Park, MT

15h•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Hot Tub Holdings (parent company to Mountain Hot Tub, Aqua Vita Spas, Crystal River Spas, and Wolfgang’s Spa Works) is seeking an HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders across the organization. The role provides hands-on support in employee relations, performance management, recruitment and onboarding, HRIS, and day-to-day HR operations. The HRBP partners closely with managers to build leadership capability and foster positive employee experiences across 11 and growing hot tub and sauna business locations in resort communities in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. Reporting directly to the HR Director, the HRBP will strengthen relationships between HR and employees, build trust, and establish HR as a responsive and valued business partner. The ideal candidate combines strong interpersonal skills with practical HR experience and enjoys working directly with managers to solve problems, develop talent, and improve organizational effectiveness. The preferred location is the greater Bozeman, Montana area; candidates in the greater Denver, Colorado area will also be considered. Travel to store locations is anticipated during the first six months and then as needed.

Requirements

At least three years of progressive Human Resources experience.
Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, and manager coaching; multi-location experience is preferred.
Experience conducting workplace investigations and managing complex employee relations matters.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels of the organization.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel occasionally to company locations.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of Human Resources experience preferred.
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
Experience in a multi-location organization preferred.
Living in the greater Bozeman, Montana area is ideal; candidates in the greater Denver, Colorado area will be considered.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers across all locations.
Respond professionally and empathetically to employee concerns and workplace issues.
Conduct employee relations investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
Partner with leaders to foster a positive workplace culture and strengthen employee confidence and trust in HR services.
Advise and coach managers on employee relations, performance concerns, disciplinary actions, policy interpretation, and workplace conflict resolution; assist them in navigating difficult conversations.
Support the administration and continuous improvement of performance management programs.
Work with store managers to understand hiring needs and guide them through a consistent, compliant recruiting process from job posting through offer letter.
Conduct resume screens, phone interviews, and face-to-face interviews, and help coordinate interviews for hiring managers.
Lead and coordinate onboarding to support successful employee integration.
Facilitate new-hire orientation and ensure completion of required documentation, training, and enrollments.
Support employee offboarding as needed.
Improve efficiencies and processes in the Paylocity HRIS and coach managers and employees on using it for HR-related processes.
Assist the payroll team with timekeeping items as needed.
Maintain compliant HR records, including employee files, I-9s, and other relevant employee and compliance records.
Collaborate with the HR Director, HR Manager, and operational leaders to build, improve, and sustain HR processes.
Develop manager-friendly tools, resources, and training materials that encourage long-term process adoption.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and employee experience.
Support implementation of new HR initiatives and organizational changes.
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Maintain confidentiality regarding employee and organizational matters.