HR Business Partner (Durant, OK)

HR BUSINESS PARTNER

Location: Durant, OK Type: Hybrid - 3 days in office

JOB SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) for Choctaw Integrated Solutions assumes an instrumental role in overseeing a range of HR functions across Choctaw Global's diverse portfolio. Core responsibilities include handling employee inquiries, data entry, onboarding and offboarding employees, and ensuring strict compliance with company policies and procedures. This role acts as a key liaison between employees and management, promoting adherence to HR standards and nurturing a supportive workplace culture. The HRBP plays a critical role in advancing organizational development and contributes to the organization's overall success. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are vital for effective collaboration with various teams and stakeholders. This position is central in fostering positive workplace relationships and promoting organizational change.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with hiring manager to coordinate offer letter details and gather all necessary new hire documentation in accordance with contract requirements. Serve as a liaison throughout the onboarding process, facilitating the issuance of formal offers for non-management positions, managing document retention, and coordinating new hire orientation across all affiliated companies. Maintain strict confidentiality by safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and ensuring compliance with data handling regulations. Ensure robust and clear communication channels with both employees and managers through the strategic utilization of diverse communication tools, while maintaining a professional demeanor to facilitate the resolution of all queries or concerns. Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of HR policies and procedures ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Expediently and proficiently address and resolve managerial inquiries and requests related to employee concerns, ensuring all issues are managed with utmost efficiency, confidentiality, and professionalism. Accurately enter employee status updates for non-management positions, including promotions, separations, new hires, and position changes, ensuring precise and timely documentation of all personnel transitions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the transparent dissemination of essential information required for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Efficiently handle and resolve employee service requests within the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), ensuring timely support and maintenance of accurate employee data. Conduct prompt and confidential employment verifications, upholding privacy protocols and confirming receipt of authorized release(s) of information. Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and performance evaluations. Support internal and external audits to ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations. Administer employee exit interviews to gather key insights for assessing departmental strengths and areas for improvement. Provide weekly reports to manager summarizing work progress, achievements, challenges, ongoing projects, and other pertinent information. All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively interacting with employees, management, and external stakeholders. Strong ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse teams and individuals. Aptitude for identifying issues, analyzing potential solutions, and implementing effective resolutions in a timely manner. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines efficiently. Commitment to maintaining privacy and confidentiality in handling sensitive employee information. Foundational understanding of employment laws, regulations, and company policies to ensure adherence and compliance. Proficiency in organizing tasks, documents, and processes for efficient HR function management. Exhibit a robust capability for independent work, highlighting self-reliance and autonomy in task execution.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in human resources, business administration, or related field. Minimum of one (1) year experience related to human resources, or similar field.

PREFERRED:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field. Minimum of two (2) years' experience related to human resources, or similar field. Professional Human Resources certification, such as Professional Human Resources certification (PHR) or Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification.

COMPETENCIES:

Problem Solving/Decision MakingService FocusWorkforce and Talent PlanningEthics and IntegrityAccountabilityCommunication skillsTeamworkConflict ResolutionConfidentialityCustomer ServiceOrganizational skillsTime ManagementMicrosoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift fifteen (15) pounds. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's multiple facilities. Ability to travel, up to twenty-five (25) percent of the time.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will not have supervisory responsibilities.

EEO/AAP STATEMENT:

We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to craft and maintain an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. Choctaw is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions) sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Choctaw Global