HR Business Partner

Location: Bellevue, WA. This is an in-office role and does not offer a remote or hybrid schedule Reports to: Executive Director Salary: $100,000 to $115,000 Travel Required: This role is expected to travel to Binaytara conferences and events 12-15 times per year. Travel includes weekends and overnight stays. Travel will be to domestic locations. Position Summary Binaytara is seeking an HR professional who values both people and organizational effectiveness. This role requires sound judgment, professionalism, operational discipline, and the ability to support managers and employees through both day-to-day operations and complex people situations. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing empathy with accountability and is motivated by helping mission-driven teams operate effectively and sustainably. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and operational partner supporting organizational effectiveness, performance management, recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and people operations. The HRBP will play a critical role in: strengthening performance management systems; supporting objective and evidence-based employee evaluations; improving hiring and onboarding processes; supporting managers with coaching and employee relations; ensuring consistent implementation of HR policies and procedures. In-office Role: This is an in-office role located in Bellevue, WA with some travels on weekends. This position does not offer a hybrid or remote schedule. Building Opportunity: As the first Human Resource hire of the organization, you will have a unique opportunity to help build a high-accountability, mission-driven organizational culture during an important growth stage. Key Responsibilities Performance Management & Employee Relations Support implementation of organizational performance management processes and SOPs. Guide managers on performance evaluations, coaching, documentation, and corrective action. Assist with quarterly reviews, annual evaluations, and calibration processes. Review evaluations for consistency, completeness, and alignment with organizational standards. Support managers in addressing performance concerns promptly and appropriately. Assist with Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), corrective actions, and employee relations matters. Promote consistent and objective people management practices across departments. Recruitment & Hiring Coordinate recruitment and hiring processes across departments. Assist Department Directors with job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, and interview coordination. Conduct initial candidate screenings as appropriate. Ensure consistent hiring procedures and documentation. Coordinate offer letters, background checks, references, and onboarding activities. Support hiring managers in structured and objective candidate evaluation processes. Onboarding & HR Operations Coordinate onboarding processes for new employees. Manage HRIS onboarding and employee records. Coordinate orientation activities and required documentation. Support credentialing and compliance tracking where applicable. Maintain HR documentation and personnel files. Compliance & Policy Administration Support organizational compliance with employment laws and internal policies. Assist with implementation and communication of HR policies and SOPs. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all HR matters. Identify potential compliance or employee relations risks and escalate appropriately. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 6+ years of progressive HR experience. Experience supporting performance management and employee relations processes. Experience supporting organizational growth and process development. Experience coordinating recruitment and onboarding activities. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar certification preferred. The ideal candidate is: calm, organized, and solutions-oriented; comfortable navigating complex people situations professionally; capable of balancing empathy with accountability; confident supporting managers with performance management and employee relations matters; able to maintain professionalism and sound judgment under pressure; highly organized and detail-oriented; comfortable implementing structure, consistency, and follow-through; motivated by supporting a mission-driven organization and helping teams operate effectively. What Success Looks Like in This Role Performance Management & Accountability Managers receive timely guidance and support on performance management, documentation, coaching, and corrective action. Performance evaluations become more objective, evidence-based, and consistent across departments. Performance concerns are identified and addressed earlier rather than delayed until escalation. Organizational accountability standards are implemented consistently and professionally. Recruitment & Hiring Recruitment processes are organized, timely, and structured. Hiring managers receive strong operational support throughout recruitment and onboarding. Candidate evaluation processes become more objective and competency-based. Hiring decisions align with organizational needs, budget, and role requirements. HR Operations & Compliance Onboarding processes are smooth, organized, and compliant. HR documentation and employee records are maintained accurately and confidentially. Organizational policies and procedures are implemented consistently. Employment-related risks are proactively identified and addressed. Leadership Partnership Managers and leadership view HR as a trusted operational partner. Difficult employee situations are handled professionally, calmly, and consistently. Managers are coached toward stronger accountability and communication practices. HR contributes to a culture of professionalism, clarity, and organizational effectiveness. #J-18808-Ljbffr