Director, HR Business Partner

GreatAmerica Financial Services

. Serve as a key member of the HR Leadership Team .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeCedar Rapids • Iowa • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in talent acquisition strategy, employee relations, and performance management while effectively utilizing HR technology platforms. Proven ability to analyze trends and metrics to develop HR solutions that align with business strategy and enhance employee engagement.

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Talent Acquisition StrategyEmployee Relations ManagementPerformance ManagementCompensation PracticesSHRM Certified Professional

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Hard Skills

HR Policy GuidanceOrganizational DiagnosisWorkforce PlanningTraining Needs AssessmentFederal Employment LawsState Employment LawsPerformance Management ProcessesEmployee Engagement AnalysisComplex Issue ResolutionHR Metrics Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationNegotiation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingGrowth Mindset

Tools & Technologies

HR Technology Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM Certified ProfessionalSHRM Senior Certified Professional

Industry Keywords

Talent ManagementEmployee LifecycleBusiness Support FunctionsCulture StewardshipConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key member of the HR Leadership Team
Enable GreatAmerica through modern practices and approaches that attract, retain, develop, and care for talent throughout the employee lifecycle
Serve as a trusted resource to assigned Business Support functions, providing HR guidance and influencing business strategy
Analyze trends and metrics to develop HR solutions, programs, and policies
Lead the enterprise talent acquisition strategy and improve recruiting processes, programs, and practices
Recruit, lead, and continually develop HR team members
Help business leaders align compensation decisions with the company compensation philosophy
Promote consistent performance management processes and guide leaders
Improve work relationships, morale, productivity, and retention
Support employee engagement activities, analyze survey data, and help leaders implement results
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and conduct investigations
Maintain knowledge of employment legal requirements and partner with legal and compliance teams
Provide performance management guidance, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions
Provide HR policy and process guidance and interpretation
Partner on offers, promotions, transfers, and hiring decisions
Support or design culture stewardship activities
Provide guidance on restructures, workforce planning, surge events, succession planning, and high-potential management
Identify training needs and executive coaching needs; partner with Learning & Development and Organization Development
Evaluate and monitor training programs and provide feedback for the learning strategy
Serve as a power user of HR technology platforms
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field (or equivalent)
At least five years of experience in a consultative HR role
Demonstrated career progression in HR-related roles
Working knowledge of compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, performance management, and federal and state-owned employment laws
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) preferred
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Business acumen
Ability to turn strategy into reality
Ability to balance risk and opportunities
Results oriented
Relationship oriented; builds and maintains relationships based upon mutual trust and aligned intent
Growth mindset
Coachable
Ability to handle sensitive information and conduct self with the utmost integrity and confidentiality
Attendance during business hours with minimal absences per GreatAmerica’s attendance policy
Conducts self in alignment with the GreatAmerica Principles and Experience Standards
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Compensation
Monthly Bonuses for Eligible Employees
401(k) and Company Match
Annual Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Days
Paid Holidays
Gym Reimbursement
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Company Paid Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
Networking Opportunities
Leadership Development Opportunities
Paid Parking
Service Awards
Hybrid work arrangements
Business casual environment