Human Resources Business Partner / Employee Relations (On-site Indianapolis, IN)

Job Category:
Human Resources

POSITION PURPOSE

Formulates partnerships across the human resource (HR) function to deliver value-added service that aligns and reflects the business objectives of the organization. Identifies needs, creates and recommends programs that enhance (HR) client services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to this position as needed.

• Provides human resource and business leadership, direction and guidance to support strategic direction and growth for all assigned business units.
• Partners with management and associates to develop integrated solutions to challenges, improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Acts as an associate champion and change agent.
• Confers with management to develop strategies for implementing change and encouraging associate acceptance of new structures and processes.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual supervisory coaching needs.
• Participates in evaluating and monitoring training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objective goals are met.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of associates, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides Company policy guidance and interpretation. Assists in developing departmental policies as they relate to managing human resources.
• Manages and resolves complex associate relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Provides advice and counsel to associates and management in exploring alternatives for resolution of work-related problems affecting the employer-employee relationship.
• Maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.
• Provides day-to-day performance management and human resource direction to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Fosters the Company's core values and culture throughout the work environment.
• Performs projects or other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE.

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Human Resources, Business or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state employment laws.
• Confident and excellent with interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• HR background with technology, aviation/aerospace, automotive, research companies, etc.
• Experience in fast paced industries.
• Powerful industry knowledge.
• Self-motivated

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
• Airline industry experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

DECISION MAKING

• Makes day to day decisions used to support strategic direction.
• Decisions often require some thought and are somewhat structured.
• Decisions tend to be short term and usually moderate cost.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to move about the work environment.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions.
• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel up to 25% of the time, including overnight stays.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DISABILITY, AND VETERAN ACCOMODATIONS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.