People Operations Project Consultant

The People Operations Project Consultant provides specialized HR expertise to support organizational initiatives, process improvements, and strategic objectives. This incumbent will partner with leadership, PO teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to design, implement, and deliver PO projects on time and within scope, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance requirements.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage assigned PO-related projects from initiation through completion, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to successfully define project goals, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics.
• Develop project plans, status reports, and presentations for leadership and project sponsors.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, focus groups and change management activities to support adoption of new PO initiatives.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• As assigned, assess current PO processes, policies, and programs; identify gaps and recommend improvements.
• As assigned, design and implement solutions that impact multiple PO functions such as talent acquisition, talent development, talent management, compensation, performance management, employee relations, compliance, HRIS, and organizational development.
• Provide subject matter expertise, best practices, and data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Manage risks, resolve issues, and adjust project plans as needed to meet objectives.
• Stay updated on legislative changes and ensure that all programs remain compliant with regulatory standards.
• Maintain compliance with all Buckner policies, procedures, and requirements. Maintain knowledge of and compliance with all state and federal laws and regulatory requirements.
• Review and make recommendations to current employee policies and programs to improve the organization and the employee experience.
• Support and represent Buckner at special events, activities, and other assigned functions.
• Attend and participate in meetings and training as required; facilitate meetings and training as required.
• Work successfully as a part of a team and responsible for developing then maintaining strong working relationships with co-workers.
• Perform special assignments, projects, and other duties as required.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience across People Operations functions including talent acquisition, talent development, compensation, benefits, and/or total rewards programs required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on strategic thinking.
• Ability to work collaboratively, and gain executive and managerial buy-in, to gain support for People Operations initiatives.
• Strong communication skills including but not limited to negotiation, influence and consensus building to interface with employees at all levels within the organization as well as external vendors and agencies.
• Proficient working knowledge and ability to accurately and timely operate and perform computer tasks with specific equipment and software applications, including Microsoft Office applications and other software.
• Proven track record of success in implementing programs that attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce. Demonstrated experience implementing process improvement initiatives or re-engineering processes.
• Experienced in data analytics and comfortable using results from that data to drive and influence important decisions.
• Well-versed on federal and state employment laws.
• Experience working with remote employees preferred.
• Travel domestically as needed to monitor, assess, and help develop programs. Position can function in a remote work arrangement but attendance in person at the Buckner locations is required as needed.
• Requires professional commitment to demonstrate Christ-like values, per Buckner Mission Statement.

 The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.