Human Resources Business Partner

Lutheran Community Services NW Job Opportunity

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

What We Will Do For You

As an employer of choice, we're deeply committed to supporting our employees, because when you're empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind.

• A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
• Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
• Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
• 12 paid agency recognized holidays
• 2 floating holidays to use your way
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

How You Will Make An Impact

All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. The Human Resources Business Partner supports organizational effectiveness by partnering with leaders and employees to foster a positive, compliant, and engaged workplace. Through consultation, employee relations support, investigations, and workforce practices, this role helps leaders address people-related challenges and create work environments that support high-quality services for individuals, families, and communities.

• Partner with leaders and employees to provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and workplace concerns.
• Conduct workplace investigations and employee relations reviews, ensuring fair, timely, and compliant resolution of concerns.
• Coach supervisors and managers in effective employee management practices, communication, accountability, and conflict resolution.
• Support workforce planning, organizational changes, employee engagement initiatives, and employee lifecycle activities within assigned service areas.
• Identify workplace trends, risks, and employee concerns and recommend practical solutions that support team effectiveness and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with HR and operational leaders to implement policies, procedures, training, and programs that promote compliance and a positive employee experience.
• Partner with Senior HR Business Partners and HR leadership on complex employee relations, labor relations, and organizational issues requiring advanced consultation.

How You Will Be A Great Fit

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; substantial relevant experience may be substituted for education.
• Minimum four years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including employee relations, manager support, policy interpretation, performance management, and workplace problem solving.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, human resources practices, and employee relations principles, with the ability to apply them effectively in day-to-day situations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, manage employee relations concerns, and provide consultation to supervisors and managers.
• Strong interpersonal, consultation, conflict-resolution, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, leaders, community partners, and external stakeholders. Intermediate proficiency with business applications, productivity software, HR information systems, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and resilience when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment and demonstrates commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations.
• Successfully completes tasks in a moderately noisy environment.
• Interacts with others and performs work in person and through technology, with extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer use.
• Moves equipment and materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Travels between worksites regularly.
• Works in a variety of settings, including LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings, and faith-based settings such as churches.
• Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements and other job-relevant clearances required by the state, funder, contract, or program.

Thank you! We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services NW team and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply. While we're unable to respond to every candidate individually, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Lutheran Community Services NW is deeply committed to our mission of Health, Justice and Hope in all aspects of our work. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more compassionate community.