HR Business Partner (Temporary)

MAX Surgical Specialty Management•Hackensack, NJ

13d•$90,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Business Partner will provide day-to-day HR operational support across MAX's multi-state organization. This is a fixed-term, temporary position created to cover a leave of absence for an existing employee. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders, handling employee relations, performance management support, onboarding/offboarding coordination, and ensuring continuity of HR services. Reports to the Director of Human Resources. Duration of role is approximatley 4 months. $90,000 - $100,000 a year

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred
5+ years of progressive HR Business Partner experience, preferably in healthcare or multi-site organizations
Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance
Experience conducting workplace investigations and providing guidance on sensitive employee matters
Familiarity with HRIS systems and HR analytics
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to build credibility and trust with employees and leaders at all levels
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
Professional demeanor with high standards for confidentiality and discretion

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations inquiries, providing guidance on company policies, procedures, and employment law compliance
Conduct employee relations investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate resolutions in partnership with the HR Director
Support managers with conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance-related conversations
Assist in maintaining and communicating HR policies to ensure consistency across all locations
Partner with managers to facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, mid-year check-ins, and annual reviews
Provide coaching to leaders on delivering feedback, conducting difficult conversations, and implementing performance improvement plans
Track performance management activities and deadlines to ensure timely completion
Serve as a resource for employees with questions about benefits enrollment, leave of absence requests, and related policies
Process leave of absence requests and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations
Coordinate with benefits providers as needed to resolve employee inquiries
Generate HR reports and track key metrics as requested by the HR Director
Ensure compliance with recordkeeping requirements and data privacy standards
Provide HR support to field locations through regular communication and occasional site visits
Assist with HR aspects of practice integrations as new locations join the organization
Build relationships with practice administrators and clinical leaders