The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides consultative support to business leaders. The HRBP will also provide support to the Company's diversity, equity & inclusion program and also employee relations.

HRBP may also provide support to the following functional areas: performance management, workforce planning, employee engagement and development, HR policies and procedures, HRIS, data-driven analysis, leave administration, payroll, compensation and benefits.

S3 has a commitment to excellence and the highest standards of member service. Our values and beliefs are critical to the success and growth of the business, and they were all created with a unique cultural foundation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies to attract, develop, promote, and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Provide leadership and consultation to management and employees on employee-related matters, Human Resources policies and procedures, laws, and regulations. Reviews complaints, conducts investigations and resolves matters in a fair and equitable manner. Responds to requests from EEOC and state civil rights agencies.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, create job descriptions, identify talent through succession planning, support and evaluate employment decisions (promotions and status changes) and assist leaders in creating employee development plans.
• Facilitate the termination process for employees who leave the company both voluntarily or involuntarily; conduct exit interviews to determine patterns or trends in employee attrition; and represent the Company at unemployment hearings, as needed.
• Provide back-up coverage to other HRBP’s regarding leave administration, payroll and benefits and HRIS.
• Work with HR Director to coordinate and manage the performance management and salary administration program.
• May conduct periodic training for managerial and staff-level career development.
• Prepare reports and HR metrics for use by members of S3’s leadership team in support of strategic initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise a high level of discretion on all matters.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, or a related field
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the Human Resources field at the exempt level or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience in financial services is preferred.
• Prior experience developing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
• Requires demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing employment practices, including Title VII, FMLA, ADA, ADEA, etc.
• Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues.
• The ability to research and analyze different types of data.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and follow through on issues in a timely manner
• Requires the ability to be tactical as well as partner in the development and execution of client specific goals and strategies.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required to work effectively with all levels of management and staff
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are necessary
• Excellent customer service skills with a high attention to detail
• Prioritize workload based on department requirements and customer needs
• Strong analytical skills required with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed
• Ability to multi-task in other areas of the unit
• Aptitude to work independently as well as part of a team
• Positive attitude and team-oriented
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, changing environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General office environment with low noise levels

BENEFITS

Benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with fully vested matching, PTO, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, holiday pay, loan discounts, service anniversary bonuses, recognition program, employee referral program, and employee activities