Human Resources Partner

Kimley-Horn • Pleasanton, CA

8d • $100,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Human Resources (HR) Business Partner to join our Pleasanton, California (CA) office on their HR team! This is an in-office position. The HR Partner provides advanced HR support and strategic partnership in supporting Kimley-Horn initiatives and organizational goals. This role focuses on collaboration and consulting with leadership and other partners to foster a work environment where employees can be successful and flourish.

Requirements

• Strong foundational knowledge of HR Management practices and principles to include CA employment law.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated track record of building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and business leaders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organization and follow-through skills.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Effectively manage a diverse workload under limited supervision.
• Effectively communicate verbally, in writing, and in group settings.
• Relate to, influence, and coach employees at all levels within the organization.
• Think strategically, execute tactically, and collaborate across many teams, levels, and situations.
• Manage complex employee relations and other issues effectively in partnership with leadership.
• Use discretion appropriately and maintain confidentiality.
• Bachelor’s (or master’s) degree in Human Resources, or related field
• At least 6+ years of progressively responsible experience in an HR generalist capacity, including experience leading employee relations, conflict resolution and investigations
• Ability to travel, sometimes overnight, to support the needs of the region.
• Proficiency in Outlook, MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; ability to learn HRIS system.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supporting employees across multiple offices and geographies strongly preferred.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP preferred.
• Previous experience with UltiPro UKG preferred.
• Previous experience supporting professional services/consulting firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic advisor to partners, providing expert guidance on HR-related matters.
• Lead complex employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and performance management, ensuring alignment with organizational culture and values.
• Collaborate with leaders to develop proactive strategies for enhancing workplace culture.
• Partner in the facilitation of annual HR processes to include classification and salary review, bonus programs and performance development.
• Partner with leadership in supporting integration efforts for employees joining the firm at different stages of their career from college hires to senior practice partners.
• Drive initiatives that promote Kimley-Horn culture, employee engagement, morale, productivity and retention.
• Work with partners in the support and facilitation of employee leaves of absences, ADA Accommodations and workers’ compensation.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and proactively mitigate potential risks.
• Collect and analyze data through various HRIS and other platforms to make recommendations that support continuous improvement.
• Partner in the development and delivery of various training initiatives to include training facilitation.
• Work collaboratively with HR team members within the region, as well as across the organization to ensure best practices are shared and implemented across all locations.
• Mentor HR professionals and provide coaching to enhance team effectiveness.

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees