People & Culture Business Partner

Your Role As our People & Culture Business Partner, you will serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers, championing a consistent, high‑quality experience across our 220+ person team spread across 25 states. You will own day‑to‑day employee relations, recruiting operations for manager‑level and below, and the compliance infrastructure that protects our multi‑state footprint. You will work closely with the Director of People & Culture on complex matters and partner with managers throughout the business. Responsibilities Employee Relations Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, employee relations matters, and workplace concerns.

• Triage, investigate, and resolve employee relations issues with discretion, consistency, and care.
• Partner with the Director of People & Culture on complex investigations, performance matters, and separations.
• Serve as the HR partner for our Mountain Studio retail locations, supporting Retail Area Managers and Mountain Studio Managers on day‑to‑day people matters.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims from filing through return‑to‑work, serving as the primary liaison with our carrier.

Talent & Performance Own recruiting operations, including job postings, interview coordination, and offer management; partner with the Director on director and above hiring.

• Deliver a consistent, high‑quality onboarding experience from offer acceptance through the first 90 days.
• Support managers with performance coaching, documentation, and performance improvement plans; partner with the Director on director and above matters.
• Facilitate promotions and compensation change communications in partnership with the Director.

Compliance & Policy Monitor federal and state employment law changes across 25 states and maintain Stio’s compliance documentation and handbooks in real time.

• Serve as the first responder for policy questions from employees, including wage and hour, leave, and workplace policy.
• Own annual harassment prevention training compliance, including state‑specific requirements across all locations.
• Maintain required workplace postings and ensure compliance with federal and multi‑state posting obligations.
• Own the end‑to‑end onboarding and off‑boarding process for corporate employees, ensuring a smooth experience and clean handoffs across the team.
• Administer leave of absence programs in accordance with federal and state law, serving as the primary point of contact for employees.
• Maintain compliance documentation, new hire paperwork, and HR records with accuracy and appropriate confidentiality.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, reduce manual lift, and create more consistent experiences across the employee lifecycle.
• Embody commitment to our company mission, vision, and values.

Qualifications 5+ years of progressive HR experience; HRBP, HR Generalist, or People Operations background strongly preferred. Experience supporting multi‑state workforces; working knowledge of employment law across multiple jurisdictions. Experience partnering with retail teams or supporting a multi‑location retail environment is required. Experience managing investigations, performance issues, employee separations, and performance management processes, including PIPs and performance reviews. Experience with recruiting operations and ATS management; Workable experience is a plus. Strong communicator and relationship builder; comfortable working with managers and employees at all levels. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑moving, people‑centered environment. Proficiency in Google Suite, Asana, and HRIS systems; ADP Workforce Now experience a plus. Genuine love for the outdoors and alignment with Stio’s mission, vision, and values. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with ADP, Workable, and Easy Llama. SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification. Based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Salt Lake City, Utah, or Denver, Colorado. Benefits • Occasional travel to Stio HQ, retail locations, hub locations, or company events approximately once per quarter.• Medical, Dental, Vision plans.• Company paid Long Term Disability.• Employee Assistance Program.• 401(k) with Match.• Generous paid time off policies. Legal Notice Stio is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, veterans & individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Embedded Shishya