People and Culture Business Partner

Primary Objective:  Responsible for serving as the people and culture business partner
supporting the talent management function including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, employee learning and development, and compliance, with an overarching goal of optimizing organizational culture and fostering employee engagement for leaders and assigned employee groups.  

 Essential Functions:

• Understands business strategy, business plans and activities, assesses people and culture needs to optimize company culture and drive business performance through development and delivery of people strategy and solutions.
• Provides core people services delivery in the areas of talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, employee total rewards, etc. 
• Assists the Vice President, People and Culture in the creation of new roles and organizational design; maintaining accurate, up to date job descriptions.
• Assists with talent acquisition and new hire onboarding processes. Participates in an engaging new hire orientation that mirrors the dynamic company culture. 
• Provides people resources advice, support, consultation and guidance, including application of policies and processes, with leaders and employees, in coordination with Vice President, People and Culture. Navigates and recommends resolutions on employee issues; leads employee relations initiatives to ensure a positive, inclusive and equitable work environment, while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. Escalates employee issues and concerns and conducts investigations into  complaints, as needed.

• Administers performance management processes to assess and optimize the people resources, while ensuring consistent evaluation.
• Ensures consistent and fair employment practices.  Provides consistent, administration and application of policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local laws, in coordination with the Vice President, People and Culture and Sr. Vice President, People and Culture.
• Serves as the primary contact for labor relations, lending expertise and assistance, as needed.
• Effectively partners with leadership to build positive employee outcomes. Helps shape an exceptional work environment by staying abreast of current trends and proactively anticipating employee concerns and needs. 
• Supports the development of employee recognition initiatives and events including total rewards.
• Lends expertise and insight in learning and development content development and delivery, tailoring such to meet evolving business needs. Oversee training delivery of core human resources topics to ensure Club compliance, guiding others in training and/or conducting training sessions as needed. 
• Provide strong people leadership; implement strategies to effectively manage Team Members and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of department’s people resources.
• Train, evaluate performance, and foster growth and development of Team Members, encouraging personal and professional development. 
• Assist in ad-hoc HR projects, in coordination with Vice President, People and Culture.
• Generates and analyzes reports from Human Resources Information System, identifying developing trends impacting the Club and assigned employee groups.  Assess and summarize data, in coordination with Vice President, People and Culture and department leaders for use in developing and implementing programs, policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative support for People & Culture as needed, which may include generation and oversight of employment contracts, in compliance with company and MLB requirements. 
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a related field and a minimum of five (5) year of human resources experience, with an employee relations emphasis is required. Prior labor relations and experience with employment contract administration is preferred.
• Industry experience and baseball or other sports industry experience is preferred.

• Authentic and Aware: Exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, demonstrating a dedication to doing the right thing and treating everyone with respect. Is self-aware and open to feedback, ability to speak the truth with a positive intent, foster a culture of honesty and builds trust with the team. Commitment to the organization's mission is evident in both words and actions, aligned to actively contribute to the fulfillment of organizational goals. 
• Communicate and Collaborate: Values others and their views, actively engaging and partnering with team members. Seeks clarity and shares information transparently, fostering a collaborative environment while influencing others and aligning support. Excels in seeking out and leveraging the right resources, engaging in teamwork with a positive and productive approach. Whether verbally or in writing, communicates in a clear and constructive manner, contributing to an engaged and efficient workplace. 
• Execute with Purpose: Takes action and demonstrates accountability, leading with a sense of urgency and dedication to achieving results. Sets and meets challenging expectations for themselves and others, making timely, data-driven decisions and taking ownership of outcomes. Approachable, engaged, and committed; sets a positive tone and cares deeply about the organization. Manages time, priorities, and resources effectively, aiming for and achieving excellence. 
• Adapt and Innovate: Acts boldly, fosters innovation, and supports transformational change. Leveraging analysis and insights, develops new directions and solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and displaying a commitment to fixing them. With an ongoing commitment to learning and self-development, overcomes challenges constructively and adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and rapid change. This approach contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on progress and continuous improvement. 
• Empower and Develop Talent: Leads by example, serving as a role model for emerging leaders while actively supporting their growth. Attracts, develops, recognizes, and advances high-quality talent, fostering a culture of excellence. Excels in effective delegation, motivation, and coaching, creating a culture of trust within the team by providing constructive feedback and holding team members accountable. Contributes to a positive workplace that values diversity and supports inclusion, further enhancing the overall work environment.