HR Business Partner

Job Summary The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to employees and leaders, helping to alignpeoplestrategies with business goals. This roleprovidesday-to-day guidance on HR policies, manages employee relations issues, supports performance and development processes, and uses data to drive HR initiatives. HRBPs play a critical role in shaping employee experience, enabling effective leadership, and ensuring organizational alignment with company values andobjectives. Essential Duties Act as a primary point of contact for employees and leadersregardingHR policies, procedures, and programs Provide guidance and coaching on employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, and conflict resolution Support leaders in the performance management process byidentifyingconcerns,assistingwith documentation, andfacilitatingperformance improvement plans Interpret and apply HR policies consistently and in compliance with applicable laws and company guidelines Analyze HR data toidentifytrends and provide insights to support business decisions and improve organizational effectiveness Partner with leaders to implement career development and talent planning strategies, including building andmaintainingjob level frameworks Collaborate with HR colleagues and cross-functional teams to deliver programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture Ensureaccurateandtimelydata management in HR systems andmaintaincompliance documentation as needed Assistin driving HR-related communications andchangemanagement efforts within assigned departments Operates independently on most employee relations matters, including investigations and coaching Provides advice to frontline and mid-level leaders on performance management, workforce planning, and policy application Leads department-level initiatives related to engagement, communication, and process improvement Uses data toidentifytrends, present insights, and support HR strategies Contributes to program development and plays a key role in HR projects Balances both tactical support and strategic advising responsibilities Work Environment: On-site & Office-based in a service-oriented environment with frequent communication and collaboration Travel Required: None Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fieldpreferred 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations and leader support Demonstrated ability to apply HR policies and employment laws in practical settings Proficiencyin using HRIS platforms and analyzing HR data to inform decisions Ability to coach leaders, manage complex situations, and handle sensitive matters with discretion Company Overview Founded in 1935, Hirschbach Motor Lines has built a sterling reputation for delivering time and temperature-sensitive freight across 48 states. Today, the organization generates $1+ billion in revenue and has become the 2nd largest refrigerated carrier in North America with company headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Hirschbach strives to provide the highest level of service in the industry, offering a breadth of services including Dedicated, Over the Road, Expedited, Entertainment, and Logistics Solutions. With a tenured history and vision for the future, our company culture drives us to be the best in the business, grounded in our All In To Win values. One key to trust is having a pool of talent and resources who are exceptionally competent, capable, and passionate for serving results to our customers. Equal Opportunity Statement Our Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hirschbach