Human Resources Business Partner

Work Where You Matter!
At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey. Through compassionate care, we focus on our patient’s quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of an extraordinary team of caregivers, then come work where you matter.

Position Overview
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic focused human resources consultant and will be responsible for the oversight and HR operations of a designated group of employees. Partnering with the HR Director to oversee the employee relations strategy, driving improvements to organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, performance management, talent acquisition, retention and recognition programs. Supports management by providing human resources direction, advice, and counsel. 

This job requires 50-60% travel per week in Minnesota. When not traveling, this job is remote.

Essential Functions and Skills
Responsibilities

• Effectively coach and consult with branch management and employees. Provide ongoing coaching and development of employees. 
• Support the Talent Acquisition team recruitment strategies and assist as needed. 
• In partnership with the HR Director, recommend employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation. 
• Conduct investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth. 
• Monitor and advise managers and supervisors in the progressive discipline system of the company. Monitor the implementation of a performance improvement process with non-performing employees. 
• Review, guide, and approve management recommendations for employment terminations. 
• Support union free initiatives. 
• Lead process improvement initiatives across the entire organization. 
• Active member of Human Resources team in the on-going management and leadership development programs. 
• Involved with on-going HCMS, LMS and ATS initiatives. 
• Participate in the regular creation and implementation of all pulse and engagement surveys. 
• Development of an employee-oriented company culture with emphasis on quality, continuous improvement, and high performance. 
• Partner with the Total Rewards team with communicating the organization’s compensation and benefit programs. 
• Collaborate in creating an on-going diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies for St. Croix Hospice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
   

Requirements/Qualifications

• Five plus years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources positions. 
• Active affiliation with appropriate Human Resources networks and organizations and ongoing community involvement preferred. 
• Possess process improvement certification in lean or other quality focused organizations. 
• High level of service mindset. Highly focused on results and providing a structured, systematic approach to delivering business solutions. 
• Strong leadership acumen with the ability to continually develop team members for future growth. 
• Understands the importance of high level of confidentiality. 
• Excellent organizational skills. 
• The position is remote or virtual in the state(s) this position supports but requires the ability to Travel up to 60%.
• Ability to pass DHS background study.
   

Preferred

• Master’s degree In HR or business 
• PHR/SPHR certification preferred 
• Experience with Change Management 
• Experience working in a Healthcare environment

Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds.
   

The annual salary range for this role is $110,000 - $120,000/annually.  An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets. The total compensation package for this position may also include the opportunity to participate in employee benefits including our medical/dental/vision/pet insurance, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plans, subject to applicable plan terms, and/or eligibility for other compensation.