Location
Alexandria, VA, United States
Posted on
Feb 24, 2022
Profile
Overview
IDA has an opening for a HR Business Partner who maintains positive, consultative relationships with managers and staff to identify and resolve Human Resources issues. The HR Business Partner supports HR activities in the areas of talent acquisition, employee relations issues, performance management, compensation, and benefits.
Responsibilities
Provides a broad range of HR support to a client group of approximately 250 employees
Assesses and anticipates HR-related needs
Proactively identifies and consults management on HR matters, including coaching on handling workplace and performance issues, issue resolution, and HR policy and procedure interpretation in collaboration with Director, Human Resources
Manages recruitment and selection process of entry- to senior-level applicants; interviews, evaluates, and recommends candidates for employment
In collaboration with the Compensation team, recommends and negotiates offers and compensation packages with candidates consistent with IDA internal salary structure and market value
Manages and coordinates the annual performance review process for assigned client group
In collaboration with Training and Development Program Administrator, coordinates training and development plans
In collaboration with the Benefits team, assists employees with benefits and leave issues and concerns
Manages the exit process for terminating employees, including termination procedures and exit interviews
Performs analyses and provides metrics of HR activity, uses analytics to drive organizational effectiveness
Develops strong working relationships and works closely with all HR specialist functions to provide seamless HR support and guidance to the assigned client group including: Employee Relations, Training & Development, HRIS, Compensation & Benefits
Leads or contributes as a team member on HR projects
Proactively reviews on an ongoing basis all HR policies and processes with a view to improve efficiency and effectiveness within legal framework
Continually strives to provide 'best practice' HR advice and support, through information sharing internally and external benchmarking
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, business or related discipline, coupled with a minimum of 8 years of progressive professional HR experience.
Proven experience in conflict resolution and organizational management practices within a complex environment.
A track record of establishing strong working relationships with all levels of management while retaining independence of thought. Proactively develops and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues both in the HR Directorate and among our client base as well as candidates/new hires and external vendors, suppliers, college/university staff, etc. Strong communication skills with the ability to persuade, negotiate and communicate effectively.
Strong background in talent acquisition
Working knowledge of compensation and benefits practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment with keen attention to detail. Ability to adjust expected tasks/schedule to changing priorities. Ability to take initiative and think proactively and strategically.
Proficiency in MS Office, Internet recruiting sites (LinkedIn, Indeed , etc.) as well as business correspondence, writing job postings and good experience in collecting and analyzing recruitment information. Demonstrated aptitude for routine mathematical and statistical applications; prior use of an applicant tracking and/or HRIS system is highly desired.
Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.
U.S. Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required
IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. to learn more about IDA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic characteristic or any other legally protected condition or characteristic.
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