HR Business Partner / HRBP II, Sr

HR Business Partner / HRBP II, Sr HRBP

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers' needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve.

We are currently seeking a HR Business Partner / HRBP II, Sr HRBP for our Sulphur or Lafayette, LA office.

This position will act as a strategic partner with the BWP Field Operations employees in order to implement effective HR practices and/or systems that align with business objectives.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Act as a strategic partner to leadership on a broad range of HR matters, including talent and performance management, employee relations, leadership development, workforce and succession planning, labor relations, training strategy, and compensation practices.
• Partner with Field Operations groups to deliver both strategic and day-to-day HR support, ensuring effective execution of organizational initiatives and alignment with business objectives.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations matters, conducting thorough and objective investigations and providing sound recommendations for resolution.
• Oversee and contribute to projects that drive organizational effectiveness, change management, and process improvement across departments.
• Support major strategic initiatives by assisting with design, facilitation, planning, and implementation, including enhancements to HR policies, programs, and processes.
• Build strong partnerships with leadership to influence decision-making and drive outcomes that support business goals within assigned client groups.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws to ensure ongoing compliance and risk mitigation.
• Perform additional HR functions including onboarding, exit interviews, recruiting and interviewing, HRIS data management, and workforce reporting.
• Provide guidance and support in succession planning and workforce planning initiatives.
• Travel as needed to support HR Field Operations and business needs across the organization.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• 310 years of progressive HR Generalist experience
• Broad working knowledge across multiple HR disciplines, including employee relations, talent management, compliance, and workforce planning.
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment and labor laws, with the ability to apply regulations effectively in practical situations.
• Demonstrated consulting and coaching skills with the ability to influence leaders and guide sound decision-making.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional internal customer service.
• Self-motivated, confident professional who can effectively lead and adapt through organizational change.
• Highly adaptable with the ability to quickly shift priorities in response to evolving business needs.
• Comfortable interacting and building relationships with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of how HR strategies align with organizational objectives.
• Solid project management skills with experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% as required

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Experience within the oil and gas liquids, transmission, or manufacturing industries.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP).
• Prior labor relations experience, including exposure to union environments.
• 10+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field

Additional Information:

• Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.
• Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.