HR Business Partner - Job ID 1891313

DCM•Washington, DC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Business Partner supports Human Resources and recruiting functions at the company’s DC facilities, serving as the first point of contact for general HR inquiries. The role covers recruiting and onboarding, employee investigations, training, benefits administration, HR policy compliance, employee records, workers’ compensation claims, and responses to employee questions. The position works with hiring managers on staffing needs and recruitment strategies and coordinates the candidate experience from application review through interviews and feedback. It is an on-site role five days per week, split between Phyto Retail and Phyto Cultivation facilities. Work outside normal business hours may be required based on operational demands, and the position is on call for on-site employee emergencies.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must pass federal and state criminal history background checks.
At least an associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Communications.
At least five years of human resources experience.
At least three years of non-exempt, full-cycle recruiting experience, including managing multiple high-volume roles simultaneously.
At least two years of administrative experience.
Comfort and proficiency using an applicant tracking system and other recruiting tools.
Ability to work on site five days per week across two facilities and, as operational demands require, outside normal business hours and on call for on-site employee emergencies.
Ability to comply with HR policies, including confidentiality and non-disclosure.
Ability to perform the described physical duties, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Recruiting experience in manufacturing and/or retail.
Technology savvy; extensive MS Office experience is a plus.
Bilingual in Spanish.
Ability and willingness to learn about different positions within the company.
Passion for talent acquisition methods.
Ability to scan large volumes of resumes.
Good understanding and experience with HR tools such as ATS and HRIS.
Ability to conduct different types of interviews.
Ability to design and implement recruiting strategies.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of employment law and legislation.
Ability to foster collaboration and work as a team player while also being independent and self-motivated.
Coachable, able to take ownership of personal development, and willing to regularly solicit feedback.
Ability to work at a fast pace in a high-production environment.
Strong work ethic, integrity, accountability, transparency, and proactivity.

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for general HR inquiries at the DC facilities.
Apply HR policies and company guidelines and support company compliance, including employee handbook overviews, employment documents, and benefits enrollment.
Communicate personnel policies and procedures to new and current employees.
Create and maintain complete, confidential employee files and records, including employee information, earnings, absences, performance reports, status changes, and termination details.
Create and maintain professional development materials for Phyto Cultivation and Retail, as well as general HR training materials.
Maintain department records and reports and recommend improvements to processes, policies, and procedures.
Assist with workers’ compensation injury claims, file reports with the insurance provider, maintain accident information, and monitor claim progress.
Address employee grievances and conduct investigations when necessary.
Coordinate with the HR Compliance & Strategy Partner on appropriate action for policy violations, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary action.
Maintain the applicant tracking system and keep job descriptions, templates, and requisitions updated.
Review resumes and applications to assess candidate qualifications and suitability.
Conduct initial phone or video interviews to evaluate candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit.
Work with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams, facilitate the interview process, and ensure timely, constructive candidate feedback.
Provide a positive and professional candidate experience throughout recruitment.
Answer questions regarding eligibility, salaries, benefits, and other pertinent information.
Complete ad hoc projects assigned by the COO and perform other duties as assigned.