Human Resource Business Partner

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking a Human Resource Business Partner to join our HR team. This role encompasses a wide variety of HR functions, with a strong emphasis on employee relations and performance management.The successful candidate will handle investigations, assist with all performance management-related activities, and ensure our HR processes alight with best practices. This person will collaborate closely with the HR department and leaders at Ryan Lawn & Tree to support our 500+ associates, helping to create a workplace where people love to work.

An ideal candidate will have:

• A strong background in Human Resources, particularly in employee relations and performance management.
• The ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and employees.
• A capacity to pivot and prioritize tasks as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle employment-related inquiries from employees and managers, appropriately escalating complex and sensitive matters.
• Implement, support, and demonstrate an understanding of HR department initiatives, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR policies and regulations.
• Plan, prepare, and coordinate employee onboarding.
• Maintain personnel records in both electronic and paper forms.
• Assist with the recruitment process by supporting the Talent Acquisition team during high-volume periods.
• Update daily systems, including transfers, promotions, and title changes.
• Prepare termination paperwork, including sending termination letters and exit surveys to associates and termination checklists to supervisors.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives to improve HR processes and enhance the employee experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) is preferred.
• Experience in employee relations and talent acquisition.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Paylocity) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Work at RYAN? RYAN is a proven leader in the lawn and landscape industry, renowned as one of the highest-quality lawn and tree companies in the nation. Our rapid and sustained growth continues to provide advancement opportunities for employees who excel in their careers. We are a non-smoking and EEOC-compliant company and offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Opportunities for growth
• Health Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Dental/Vision and more
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 17 Days Paid Time Off