POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior HR Business Partner will focus on Employee Relations, Corporate Recruiting, Performance Management, and HR Compliance for a privately owned family business. This is a key leadership role that will partner with business leaders to drive employee performance and engagement, ensure compliance with labor laws, and support strategic recruiting efforts to meet the organization's talent needs. The Senior HR Business Partner will have a balanced approach to handling employee relations issues, improving performance management practices, and ensuring the organization attracts top talent while remaining compliant with all HR regulations.
The Senior HR Business Partner demonstrates and adheres to the Company values of safety, honesty, ownership, respect, and teamwork to ensure a successful partnership with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX' s continued success.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Employee Relations : 35%
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees on employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, workplace behavior, and grievance management
- Lead investigations into complaints of misconduct, harassment, or discrimination, ensuring fairness, compliance, and confidentiality
- Coach and support managers on effective handling of employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance issues, and employee engagement
- Partner with leaders to develop proactive strategies to improve employee engagement, retention and promote a positive work culture
- Identify and address trends in employee relations data, making recommendations for improvements in policies and practices
- Use data-driven insights to develop strategies to enhance employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, and improve overall organizational performance
- Conduct exit interviews to gather feedback on employee experience and provide recommendations for improvements
Corporate Recruiting : 35%
Lead and collaborate with hiring managers to understand talent needs, providing strategic guidance on sourcing, recruitment, and selection of top talent for key positionsOversee and participate in the full recruitment lifecycle for corporate roles, including posting jobs, interviewing candidates, and making hiring recommendationsBuild and maintain strong relationships with external recruiting agencies, job boards, and professional networks to source high-quality candidatesDrive employer branding initiatives to attract diverse, high-performing talent to the organizationEnsure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, from initial contact to onboardingPerformance Management : 15%
Support and advise managers on performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, feedback delivery, and addressing performance concernsCollaborate with leaders to identify opportunities to drive a high-performance culture and foster talent development within teamsAssist in the design and execution of performance improvement plans (PIPs) for underperforming employees, ensuring consistency and fairness in the processHR Compliance : 15%
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, and wage & hour lawsAudit HR policies, processes, and documentation to ensure adherence to legal requirements and best practices. Identify recommendations and changes and update policies as neededWork closely with senior leadership and department heads to align HR practices and policies with organizational goals and business strategiesPartners with HR and Legal teams on complex compliance matters, ensuring policies and practices are in alignment with regulatory changesKeep abreast of legislative updates and advise senior leadership on necessary policy or procedural changesOTHER DUTIES
Leverage technology to deliver value; provide HR measurements and analyses; recommend and implement techniques to improve productivity and increase efficiencies across employee relations processesAssist with mergers and acquisitionsStay current in knowledge of applicable employment laws, and best HR practices; recommend and implement improvements and / or compliance measures, as necessaryPerform other duties and projects as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
NoneREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field. HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, PHR) preferred10 years of experience in HR, with a strong focus on employee relations, performance management, HR compliance, and corporate recruitingStrong experience in recruiting for corporate roles, including executive, technical, and other key positionsExtensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and HR best practicesProven ability to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, working effectively with all levels of the organizationExcellent communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levelsHigh level of organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentExperience working in a family office settingStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive decisions and improvementsIntermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office SuiteProfessional integrity and accountabilityAbility to be agile and adapt to change & ambiguity wellWork in fast-paced, collaborative environmentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and / or industriesUnion experience and working with collective bargaining agreementsExperience managing difficult employee relations issuesPREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CPWORK ENVIRONMENT
Onsite at the Corporate Office four days per week (Monday - Thursday). Onsite requirements are subject to change at any timeWork in a climate-controlled office and routinely use standard office equipmentCOMPENSATION
Estimated Starting Annual Salary : $119,267Exact starting salary is determined by merit; seniority; geographic location; education, training, and / or experience related to job duties and responsibilities
FLSA Status : Exempt, Not Eligible for OvertimeEligible for Participation - Annual Discretionary BonusBENEFITS
401(k)401(k) matchingAD&D insuranceDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insuranceMental wellbeing resourcesPaid Maternity leavePaid Parental leaveReferral programRelocation assistanceSick timeVacation timeVision insuranceTRAVEL
Up to 25%, as the business requiresPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements
of Work Time
Remain in a seated position
Speak and hear clearly
100%
Lift office products and supplies, up to 20lbs.
Stoop, kneel, bend and reach
Dexterity to write and manipulate keyboard and mouse
100%
We are proud to be an EEO / Veteran / Disability Employer
Salary : $119,267
