Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Smith Chason College is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a key advisor to Campus Leadership and employees. The HRBP will provide hands-on support across all facets of the organization, fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring compliance with State and Federal laws.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees regarding workplace issues, employee concerns, and conflict resolution
- Conduct investigations related to employee complaints, policy violations, and workplace concerns
- Provide guidance on disciplinary actions, corrective action plans, and performance improvement processes
- Promote a positive employee experience and foster a culture of engagement and accountability
- Facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, evaluations, and development planning
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
- Interpret and apply company policies, procedures, and best practices consistently across the organization
- Maintain knowledge of changing employment laws and HR trends
- Support audits, investigations, and reporting requirements as needed
- Assist with leadership development and employee training initiatives
- Partner with leadership to improve organizational effectiveness and employee engagement
- Contribute to the development and implementation of HR programs and initiatives
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum of 5–7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a Human Resources Business Partner, HR Generalist, or Employee Relations role
- Ability to successfully work in a remote work environment
- Solid understanding of HR principles, employment law, and employee relations practices
- Demonstrated successful handling of employee relations matters, investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills as well as conflict resolution, mediation and coaching abilities
- Ability to influence and build credibility with leaders and employees at all levels
- Experience using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
- Southern California and Phoenix locals only; willingness to travel throughout Southern CA
- Must be able and willing to travel up to 25% of the time to support organizational operations, meetings, training, and multiple locations as needed
- MBA preferred
- Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR
- Experience supporting multiple locations, states, campuses, or business units
- Experience within higher education, healthcare, workforce development, or service-based organizations preferred
Company Overview
Smith Chason College is a postsecondary vocational college that combines a legacy of educational experience with a real commitment to student success. It was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, US, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://smithchason.edu.