Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

Neighborhood Health

Location: Alexandria, VA (Onsite)
Type: Full Time

Salary: $80,000 to $120,000
Sector: Community Health
Website: neighborhoodhealthva.org
Reports To: Human Resources Director

 

About the Organization

 

Neighborhood Health is a nonprofit community health center serving patients in Northern Virginia.

 

Position Summary

 

The Human Resources Business Partner directly supports the Human Resources Director in driving operational growth, transformation, and employee development. Day-to-day responsibilities span recruitment, retention, onboarding, benefits, payroll, employee relations, training, performance management, policy implementation, employment law compliance, and special projects. The role plays an integral part in supporting Neighborhood Health's philosophy and mission.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Recruitment, Hiring, and Separation

 

• Oversee and coordinate recruitment, selection, background screening, onboarding, and termination processes, including new hire orientations and exit interviews

• Collaborate with department managers on the skills and competencies required for openings and help update job requirements

• Oversee and coordinate resident, intern, and volunteer support across the organization while ensuring compliance with labor requirements

• Represent Neighborhood Health at community recruiting events

 

Benefits Administration

 

• Manage open enrollment, including electronic configuration, employee communication, coordination with the benefits broker, and invoice processing and auditing

• Provide employee support in navigating and troubleshooting benefits

• Review and offer input on benefit programs, including benchmarking and best practices

• Oversee retirement plan audit coordination

• Oversee ERISA compliance and reporting

 

Payroll Administration

 

• Provide compensation data to support payroll processing and resolve compensation-related questions promptly

• Oversee and audit the biweekly payroll process

• Oversee W-2 preparation with the payroll vendor

• Partner with Finance on federal and state tax reporting

• Oversee year-end payroll activities and the payroll audit process

 

Human Resources Administration

 

• Manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance and collaboration

• Maintain accurate employee data, records, and files in line with statutory and organizational requirements

• Ensure timely distribution of statutory employee notices

• Manage absence monitoring, including electronic timekeeping, in coordination with managers

• Partner with the Employee Health and Infection Control Nurse on OSHA compliance and employee health requirements

• Partner with IT on system access and equipment for onboarding, terminations, and active employees

• Coordinate and offer input on operations and HR policies and procedures

• Identify opportunities to improve employee engagement and oversee employee recognition activities

• Coordinate professional development, training, and learning opportunities with key managers

 

Employee Relations

 

• Serve as communicator and coach on HR policies and procedures

• Coach managers and employees in conflict resolution

• Assist with HR investigations into employee grievances and recommend disciplinary action as needed

 

Other Duties

 

• Recommend improvements to HR workflows

• Lead projects that advance the department and support ad hoc needs

• Perform additional duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

 

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years as an HR Generalist, supporting a mid-size organization

• Experience delivering HR services in a mid-sized nonprofit preferred

• Payroll processing experience preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required; master's degree preferred

• Strong organizational acumen and sound HR knowledge

• Ability to assess situations and analyze data for informed decisions

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. employment law and HR best practices

• High competence and confidence in handling employee relations matters

• Experience developing and conducting training

• Ability to coach others and share knowledge

• Proficiency in MS Office, HRIS, and payroll systems

 

Personal Attributes

 

• High personal and professional integrity, strong business orientation, and drive for results

• Willingness to take responsibility and make fact-based decisions aligned with organizational needs, culture, and mission

• Empathy and compassion in handling unique staff situations

• High degree of confidentiality

• Ability to prioritize and act quickly in a busy environment

• Well organized and able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Ability to influence, network, negotiate, counsel, and mediate

• Ability to build relationships and work confidently with staff at all levels

• Enthusiastic and approachable

• Excellent written and verbal communicator who earns trust and credibility

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while being an enthusiastic team player

 

How to Apply

 

Apply through Neighborhood Health's ADP career center (Requisition ID: 1234).