People Business Partner

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for aligning business objectives to people solutions within assigned client group(s). This role collaborates with internal and external partners to respond to business and/or employee needs. This position will deliver both strategic and tactical human resources support and programs to the organization. This position typically supports entry-level employees through director-level and may support VP level depending on organizational structure.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED with 2 years of HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or HR Compliance experience OR High school diploma/GED with 18 months HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or HR Compliance experience AND at least 6 months of transportation/logistics, business administration, or other professional J.B. Hunt experience
Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences: Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums Ability to use time and resources efficiently and effectively Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
Ability to develop trusting relationships by valuing others' concerns and contributions
Ability to maintain professionalism while dealing with difficult individuals
Ability to maintain composure under pressure
Ability to capture and document relevant business information in an auditable, organized, and easily retrievable manner
Ability to protect sensitive data to ensure privacy during the process of storage and communication
Ability to work with minimal direction

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, I/O Psychology, or related field, and SHRM/PHR, or suitable equivalent with 3 years of HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or HR Compliance experience
Understanding of FMLA, ADA, and WC processes
Experience with HRIS systems
Ability to develop new ideas and initiatives that improve the performance of the organization

Responsibilities

Provides consultation to mitigate risk and maintain compliance on business structure, workforce planning, succession planning, and other large changes impacting employees
Works closely with management and team members to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
Manages employee relations issues through effective, thorough, and objective investigations; engages leadership and compliance teams as needed
Maintains knowledge of standard employment laws and regulations to reduce risks and promote compliance; escalates cases to leadership and partner with the Legal department as needed
Fosters effective relationships with client groups to provide consultations on human relations matters and empower assigned leaders
Increases business and human resources acumen to identify trends and metrics in partnership with the Centers of Expertise teams to develop solutions, programs, policies and opportunities for learning
Executes company-wide Talent Programs within client groups, including, but not limited to, Annual Talent Review, Performance Review, and Competency Assessment, etc
Advises on and supports execution of all annual and adhoc human resources programs and practices including, but not limited to, Open Enrollment, Policy Renewals, Action Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, etc.
Works with internal stakeholders to build manager and employee resources and tools to support business needs including guides, standard operating procedures, handbooks, etc.