Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business PartnerThe Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) aligns business objectives with employees and leadership across designated business units. This role serves as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, providing guidance, training, and support to proactively address and resolve employee relations matters, including complex workplace investigations. The HRBP partners closely with business leaders and HR functions to develop and implement integrated, people-focused solutions that support organizational goals. This position plays a critical role in anticipating and addressing HR-related needs, fostering strong partnerships across the HR function, and delivering value-added service that enhances the employee experience while supporting business performance.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage and resolve complex employee relations issues by conducting effective, thorough and objective investigations. Utilize the Company's Employee Relations (ER) case management and investigation platform to document case activity, maintain accurate records, and track case progress from intake through resolution.Partner with People Operations Manager on legal issues related to HR.Maintain strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws to ensure compliance and proactively reduce legal exposure.Provide strategic and day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders, including coaching, employee development, corrective action, and policy application.Partner with business leaders to strengthen employee engagement, improve team effectiveness, and drive retention and organizational performance.Lead and support annual performance review process, including facilitating performance discussions and guiding leaders through evaluations and development planning.Serve as a trusted advisor on Company policies, procedures, programs, and applicable laws, ensuring consistent interpretation and application.Build strong, collaborative relationships with Field Leaders and HR Sub-Departments to support alignment and effective resolution of employee and business issues.Act as a liaison between HR and the Field, ensuring clear communication of updates and leading cross-functional efforts to resolve escalated employee concerns.Analyze trends in employee relations data and provide insights and recommendations to leadership to improve workplace practices and reduce risk.Develop and maintain strong business acumen by learning the organization's operations, goals, and challenges, and applies this knowledge to inform HR guidance and decision-making.Identify opportunities to enhance HR policies, processes, and programs to improve efficiency, consistency, and employee experience.Ensure all actions and decisions align with Company policies, values, and applicable laws and regulations.Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, quality of work, reliability, and effective communication and teamwork.Perform any other duties that may be assigned by management.QualificationsMinimum of 5 years' experience resolving complex employee relations issuesStrong knowledge of employment labor laws and practicesAbility to influence and communicate effectively with all levels of employeesDemonstrated leadership abilitiesStrong interpersonal skills and proactive approach when working with othersDemonstrated ability to problem-solve effectively and make sound decisions.Ability to analyze information effectively and consistentlyStrong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organization skills with ability to prioritizeProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and OutlookCompetenciesEnsure Effective Communication - Listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas. Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.Establish Trust - Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards. Ensures the protection of confidential information.Boot Barn Benefits & Additional Compensation OpportunitiesCompetitive salary.Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.*Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.*401(k) plan with generous company matching.Flexible schedules and work/life balance.Opportunities for growth at every level – we are opening 50+ new stores each year.*For eligible Boot Barn PartnersPAY RANGE: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00/yr**compensation varies based on geography, skills, experience, and tenurePhysical DemandsStanding, walking and squatting less than fifty percent of the work shift.Required to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds.Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation and reports.Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with partners and customers.Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms.Work EnvironmentThe workspace is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated with the proper safety compliance.Noise levels are considered moderate. 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