Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

Niagara Water • Diamond Bar, CA

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About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner manages the implementation and delivery of key HR initiatives by partnering with business leaders. The role connects business needs with HR strategies and practices, helping drive business goals from a people perspective while supporting effective people management and organizational performance. It builds strong partnerships, develops an understanding of the business, and influences through ambiguity and complexity.

The position supports alignment among business objectives, workplace culture, HR programs, and policies; assesses organizational needs; advises leaders on employee relations and management practices; and partners with HR colleagues on continuous improvement. It also provides leadership and oversight aligned with Niagara’s LIFE competency model, including safety, strategic planning, continuous improvement, talent development, collaboration, and conflict resolution.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of experience in Human Resources.
• At least 6 years of experience in the position.
• At least 4 years of experience managing people or projects; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, regulations, and policies.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, project management, interpersonal, oral and written communication, teamwork, change management, delegation, leadership, people management, business acumen, diversity, ethics, strategic thinking, innovation, judgment, motivation, planning and organizing, and safety and security competencies.

Nice To Haves

• 10 or more years of experience in Human Resources.
• 10 or more years of experience working in the position.
• At least 6 years of experience managing people or projects; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• PHR/SPHR or another Human Resources certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with leaders to develop HR initiatives that support company objectives.
• Align business objectives, work cultures, and HR programs and policies to help achieve business goals while minimizing risk.
• Assess departments and identify leadership improvements to optimize current and future operational performance, including coaching and collaboration with senior leaders.
• Partner with leaders to identify opportunities to enhance organizational performance and functionality.
• Review the organizational environment and support employee well-being, productivity, and commitment through employee relations, communication strategy, performance management, goal setting, and surveys.
• Understand business strategies and align HR strategy and programs—including staffing, development, and compensation—to achieve business goals.
• Partner with senior management to identify opportunities to leverage HR programs and lead implementation of recommendations.
• Advise leaders and managers on appropriate resolutions to employee relations issues.
• Partner with HR team members on continuous improvement projects related to HR Excellence.
• Interpret policy and provide consulting, coaching, and counseling to managers and employees on work relationships, performance management, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Provide strategic input and oversight to departmental projects; use data-driven decisions and develop sustainable solutions.
• Evaluate programs and processes, develop initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste, and use departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate a clear vision, organize resources, and adjust strategy when managing change.
• Delegate tasks effectively and work with departments, vendors, and customers to support organizational success.
• Make hiring decisions, plan for long-term talent needs, develop direct reports, and address conflict within and between teams.
• Manage a safe working environment, document safety-related training, and communicate safety incidents.

Benefits

• Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
• Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
• Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements.
• Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident coverage.
• Special discount programs, including pet plans, prepaid legal services, identity theft services, car rental, and airport parking.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.
• Annual bonus target of 10%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager