HR Business Partner

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides advice and counsel to managers on employment relation matters 
• Oversees the performance management process to ensure employees are receiving effective coaching and feedback from their supervisors. 
• Works with managers to take disciplinary action, including verbal/written notices and terminations. 
• Administers the performance management system. 
• Investigates employee complaints, provides recommendations and ensures agreed upon actions are implemented to resolve the complaint. 
• Assists in creation and updating of job descriptions 
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation 
• Lead the talent acquisition process including recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants.  
• Ensure legal compliance with applicable HR-related laws and regulations such as, but not limited to FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA and other federal, state and local laws.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. 
• Understand and interpret various employment laws such as, but not limited to FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA and other federal, state and local laws.
• Provide regular HR reporting.  
• Benefit administration support  
• New hire orientation  

Other Duties

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control 
• Exhibit Blaze’s Core Value’s: Better Lives, Thoughtfully Compassionate, Minnesota’s Best, and Give Back 
• Regular and predictable attendance 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support effective department operation 

Job Requirements

Experience/Education/Certifications/Licenses 

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressively more complex HR responsibilities. 
• Minimum degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, HRCI) is preferred. 

Demonstrated Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of HR practices and principles. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and management. 
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. 
• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office Suite. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.  

Communication Skills

Ability to lead and/or be the subject matter expert for member/staff processes; exert regional influence or corporate knowledge sharing.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and stand; answer calls; operate computer; interact with internal staff and public on the phone; travel to designated offices; lift up to 20 lbs. 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere, and we encourage diverse applicant depth and breadth. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations.

The salary range for this position is: $67,718-$85,000/annually. This range reflects the base salary for this position. We have other benefits associated with this position which include: low-cost medical (as low as $20 a paycheck), dental insurance, vision insurance, quarterly bonuses, generous vacation and sick time hours, paid leave options, up to 6% 401k contribution, and tuition reimbursement.