HR Business Partner
Hirschbach•Dubuque, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to employees and leaders, helping to align people strategies with business goals. This role provides day-to-day guidance on HR policies, manages employee relations issues, supports performance and development processes, and uses data to drive HR initiatives. HRBPs play a critical role in shaping employee experience, enabling effective leadership, and ensuring organizational alignment with company values and objectives.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations and leader support
- Demonstrated ability to apply HR policies and employment laws in practical settings
- Proficiency in using HRIS platforms and analyzing HR data to inform decisions
- Ability to coach leaders, manage complex situations, and handle sensitive matters with discretion
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Responsibilities
- Act as a primary point of contact for employees and leaders regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs
- Provide guidance and coaching on employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, and conflict resolution
- Support leaders in the performance management process by identifying concerns, assisting with documentation, and facilitating performance improvement plans
- Interpret and apply HR policies consistently and in compliance with applicable laws and company guidelines
- Analyze HR data to identify trends and provide insights to support business decisions and improve organizational effectiveness
- Partner with leaders to implement career development and talent planning strategies, including building and maintaining job level frameworks
- Collaborate with HR colleagues and cross-functional teams to deliver programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture
- Ensure accurate and timely data management in HR systems and maintain compliance documentation as needed
- Assist in driving HR-related communications and change management efforts within assigned departments
- Operates independently on most employee relations matters, including investigations and coaching
- Provides advice to frontline and mid-level leaders on performance management, workforce planning, and policy application
- Leads department-level initiatives related to engagement, communication, and process improvement
- Uses data to identify trends, present insights, and support HR strategies
- Contributes to program development and plays a key role in HR projects
- Balances both tactical support and strategic advising responsibilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
