People Business Partner (Foster City, Union City, or Oakland)

Description

Key responsibilities include partnering with leaders to design HR solutions, running internal mobility and development programs, handling employee‑relations matters, supporting performance‑management processes, leading change initiatives, and using HR analytics to drive decisions. The HRBP also ensures compliance with employment laws and collaborates with HR Operations on investigations.

• Develop and align HR strategies with business objectives through partnership with leaders.
• Execute internal mobility programs to support employee growth.
• Design and deliver employee development initiatives, including training, career pathing, and succession planning.
• Provide guidance on employee relations issues, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
• Support performance management by calibrating standards and ensuring fairness.
• Lead change management initiatives to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decisions and measure initiative effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.

Requirements

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) acts as a strategic advisor and hands‑on collaborator, aligning people strategies with business goals. The role emphasizes internal mobility, employee development, and organizational effectiveness, requiring deep business insight, strong HR expertise, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field, have at least five years of HRBP experience, and possess an HR certification such as SHRM‑CP or PHR. Required skills include knowledge of HR best practices and employment law, excellent communication, relationship‑building, problem‑solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. A valid California driver’s license, insurance, and a commitment to MidPen’s mission are also required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum five years of experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, SPHR).
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Valid California driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Benefits

The position offers a salary range of $95,000‑$120,000 based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, education reimbursement, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, paid time off, holidays and wellness days. MidPen is an equal‑opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities.

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement investment plan.
• Employee education reimbursement program.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending accounts for childcare, medical, and commuter expenses.
• Employee assistance program.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid time off, company holidays, and wellness days.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance