HR Business Partner

Job Description

Welcome to Holland America Line, a premium cruise line dedicated to explorers, foodies and music lovers who want to explore the world on perfectly sized, refreshingly spacious ships filled with one-of-a-kind experiences.

We're looking for an experience Human Resources professional to fill this role. You'll be responsible for aligning with key leaders and their business units; the incumbent must have a strong understanding of the business environment and objectives and HR's role in helping employees and leaders reach those goals. Strong relationship building, collaboration and driving and inspiring an engaged culture are critical to success. In this role will need to be seen as and operate as a trusted coach, consultant, and mentor who uses innovative and pragmatic approaches to problem solve and advise through a broad range of human capital needs including Organization Design, Organization Effectiveness, Talent Management, Succession Planning and Facilitation.

Here's a summary of what Holland America Line is looking for in our Human Resources Business Partner, Fleet role. Is this you?

Responsibilities

• Provide business partnership to staff officers and executives focusing on performance management, leadership development, talent management, succession planning and conflict management
• Lead fleet HR data initiatives and analysis to drive recommendations, decision making and execution in support of client groups and to drive overall provision of people partnering service to the fleet
• Identify and deploy impactful people strategies and policies that enable the organization to perform effectively, safely and scale efficiently as it grows
• Develop programs to increase employee engagement, provide change leadership, talent development, career & succession planning, retention and supporting process improvements
• Partner with members of the People Team and other cross-functional teams across the areas of Recruiting, L&D, Compensation, and Benefits to ensure alignment on communications, projects and best practices. Focus on health of the HR establishment and support overall recruitment initiatives for both brands
• Evaluates inputs to determine possible systemic issues. Implements suggested changes by gathering resources and influencing organizational change. May investigate complex and unique employee relations issues and ensures appropriate disposition
• Represents the People Team (HR) perspective in both formal and informal settings to communicate HR information and initiatives. Influences management decision-making to ensure business success through people and processes. Implements people practices within a work group or organization. Works with organizations to execute long- and short-term strategies involving people policies (diversity, employee engagement, divestitures)
• Actively addresses issues that may impact a larger population and require intervention or process improvements. Suggests necessary changes to mitigate risk and ensure that employee perspectives are considered. Promotes a diverse and inclusive culture by supporting company employee initiatives
• Serves as a role model for company values. Fosters a positive work environment by exemplifying core values every day. Assists senior management in communicating the company's culture in a consistent manner and directing it towards improved business results
• Engages consistently with our "Culture Essentials" to foster an environment of open communication, trust and respect, where taking reasonable risks and accepting disappointments serves as learning opportunities
• Committed to success of others as much as oneself, and to developing capacity and competence of team. Demonstrates flexibility in roles and with duties to align dynamic business needs. Has an openness to hearing other voices and seeking to understand as much as being understood

Requirements

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP certification preferred
• 6-10 years of Human Resources experience
• 5+ years of experience with coaching at the manager level, focus on performance management, employee relations and data analytics/reporting
• Proficiency in using Microsoft software: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Demonstrated project management and change management experience and experience driving programs independently
• Demonstrated analytical and data management experience with experience translating data into action planning
• Must possess strong skills/experience in business partnering
• Effective business acumen skills and abilities that will allow the quick grasp, immersion and understanding of business issues, needs and imperatives
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and delivery with proven, measurable results for managing change
• Strong talent management, leadership development, performance management, and org dev. experience
• Demonstrated success in creating an environment of trust with clients where integrity is unquestioned; can effectively utilize negotiation and conflict resolution skills when needed
• Ability to analyze HR metrics for use in developing goals and driving key business strategies and objectives
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communications skills with all levels of the organization required
• Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures business compliance
• Interpersonal and communication experience and building relationships at all levels of the organization
• Able to travel 25% (2 to 3 times per year) internationally
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Holland America is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-1B status).

What You Can Expect

• Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family
• Health Benefits
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training & Professional Development
• Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement
• Rewards & Incentives
• Base Salary Range: $92,600 to $125,000.00. The range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and experience uniquely.

Our Culture...Stronger Together

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees. Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at:https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/our-company/mission-values.html

Holland America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Holland America will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact [redacted]

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