Human Resources Business Partner

Great River Health

. Provide guidance on effective utilization of HR tools and solutions .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeWest Burlington • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $67,662 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR functions such as staffing, compensation, benefits, training, and performance management, while leveraging HR data and analytics to drive organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Human Resources ExperienceCoaching SkillsKnowledge of Employment LawsOrganizational DesignEmployee Engagement Strategies

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Hard Skills

StaffingCompensationBenefitsTrainingPerformance ManagementWorkforce PlanningChange ManagementHR Data AnalyticsOrganizational EffectivenessConflict Resolution

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationInfluencingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Sensitivity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human ResourcesBachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

Labor LawsFMLAADAFLSATitle VIINLRAEmployee RelationsWorkplace CultureTalent ManagementTotal Rewards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide guidance on effective utilization of HR tools and solutions
Coach and mentor leaders to strengthen leadership capabilities, improve team performance, and enhance employee engagement
Support leaders and teams through organizational changes
Advise leaders on staffing, compensation, benefits, training, performance management, and workforce planning
Leverage HR data and analytics to provide insights and recommendations
Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements
Liaise between organizational leaders and HR teams
Partner with Talent Management, Total Rewards, and HR Operations
Promote a positive workplace culture by addressing trends impacting morale and productivity
Partner with the Employee Relations Specialist on investigations, conflict resolution, and policy application
Align business objectives with people strategies and advise leadership on workforce strategies, talent management, and organizational effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)
Four (4) years of human resources experience (preferred)
Understanding of HR functions, including staffing, compensation, benefits, training, employee relations, and performance management
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Title VII, NLRA) and their application in unionized and non-unionized settings
Understanding of organizational design, workforce planning, and change management principles
Knowledge of strategies to support employee engagement and improve workplace culture
Strong coaching skills to guide leaders in addressing performance, engagement, and team dynamics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex HR topics clearly and concisely
Skilled at facilitating difficult conversations and resolving conflicts
Ability to influence without direct authority and build consensus among leaders and employees
Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
High level of self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal sensitivity to handle employee issues with tact and professionalism
Commitment to handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion and professionalism
Ability to see the big picture and align HR strategies with organizational goals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Matching retirement programs
Health, Dental and Vision plans
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans
Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D
Paid time off (PTO)
Education Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Discounted cafeteria meals
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Service Recognition program
Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity