Human Resources Business Partner (Charlottesville, VA)

Description

The Human Resource Business Partner reports to the Human Resources Director and works closely with regional managers to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of HR processes, policies, and services. The role includes coaching managers and anticipating needs in employee relations, onboarding, communication, and training.

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but serves as a coach and mentor for other members of the department.

• Serve as strategic partner to business leaders, providing expert HR guidance.
• Collaborate with management to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Lead HR initiatives such as onboarding, employee relations, performance management, organizational development, and occupational health and safety.
• Identify improvement areas and implement solutions to boost engagement, retention, and productivity.
• Advise and coach managers on policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Act as trusted advisor to employees for HR inquiries and concerns.
• Partner with HR team to develop and deliver leadership training and promote continuous learning.
• Maintain current knowledge of employment laws to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Represent the organization in unemployment hearings, preparing documentation and presenting evidence.
• Coordinate and facilitate FMLA and ADA accommodation requests, managing communication and implementation.
• Work with Environmental Health and Safety to align workers' compensation processes with safety protocols.
• Analyze HR metrics to track KPIs, identify trends, and provide insights for decision‑making.
• Develop and maintain regional compensation scales, conduct audits, and recommend improvements.
• Compose and distribute employee communications on benefits, policy updates, etc.
• Ensure HRIS data accurately reflects the company's employee information.
• Participate in monthly site visits and attend Chaney Chats.
• Maintain a regular presence at sites within the assigned territory.

Requirements

Applicants are expected to have solid experience in human resources and a post‑secondary education; professional HR certifications are considered a plus.

• Possible exposure to dust, fumes, offensive smells, and chemicals (fuel, concrete) in the field.
• Proximity to moving mechanical parts when on site.
• Noise levels ranging from low (office) to loud (plant).
• Lift and carry up to 35 lb occasionally.
• Sit ~6 hours daily and walk/stand for the remaining 2 hours.
• Three to five years of Human Resources experience.
• Proven experience across all HR functions.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of HR Information Systems (HRIS).
• Knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, act with integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems promptly.
• SHRM membership (preferred).
• PHR or SHRM‑CP certification (preferred).
• College/undergraduate degree (or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience).
• Spanish bilingualism preferred.

Benefits

• Primarily indoor/office work with occasional outdoor/field activities.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance