HR Business Partner
Goodwill Columbus•Columbus, OH
•$75,000 - $90,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Are you passionate about supporting employees and leaders while fostering a space where individuals feel encouraged, affirmed, and inspired to succeed. At Goodwill Columbus, our HR Business Partners serve as trusted advisors delivering responsive, people-centered HR support that strengthens teams and advances our mission of helping people build lives of possibility and purpose. If you thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and enjoy coaching leaders, improving processes, and supporting employee success, this is a great opportunity to grow your HR career.
Requirements
- 2–3+ years of HR experience in a mid-size or multi-site organization
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with employees at all levels
- Effective coaching, influencing, and conflict resolution abilities
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to apply an effective problem-solving process and document findings
- Ability to analyze HR data and use systems (HCM/HRIS) to support decision-making
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Nice To Haves
- HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred or willingness to obtain
- Lean / Six Sigma experience or certification a plus
- Equivalent combination of education and experience considered
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted HR partner to managers and employees across assigned business units
- Provide coaching, counseling, and guidance on performance management and employee development
- Support employee relations by addressing concerns, resolving issues, and promoting a positive workplace culture
- Deliver and support HR programs including onboarding, engagement, recognition, and career development
- Guide employees in accessing benefits, learning opportunities, and community resources
- Partner with managers to promote career pathways and workforce development opportunities
- Conduct follow-ups to support retention and engagement of new hires
- Interpret and apply HR policies, employment laws, and organizational practices
- Support pre-employment processes including background checks and drug screenings
- Monitor HR data and metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement
- Partner with leadership to identify training needs and support workforce initiatives
- Contribute to HR projects and operational improvements
Benefits
- Opportunity to influence employee experience and leadership development
- Collaborative, values-based workplace
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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