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HR Business Partner Jobs in Fayetteville, AR at Summit Utilities Inc
Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.
Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Business Partner. This hybrid role can be performed from one of our offices in Little Rock, Fort Smith, or Fayetteville, AR, or Lawton, OK.
POSITION SUMMARY
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and influential advisor, aligning business operations with HR policies, practices, and objectives. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of HR functions, business strategy, and the ability to provide data-driven, dynamic HR solutions. Using HR expertise, data analysis, and organizational agility, the HRBP delivers consulting and coaching to assigned departments in support of the company’s mission, vision, values, and goals. The ideal candidate is service-oriented, proactive, and capable of building strong partnerships across the organization.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and resolve complex employee relations matters, including conducting thorough, objective investigations and recommending appropriate actions.
Proactively partner with assigned business units, providing creative, strategic HR support to facilitate business objectives.
Apply full-cycle HR knowledge to develop integrated, thoughtful solutions across the employee lifecycle.
Deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment, identifying problems and driving effective solutions.
Exercise sound judgment and discretion in decision-making, ensuring alignment with established HR models and business needs.
Balance implementing HR functional initiatives with maintaining employee engagement and a positive organizational culture.
Collaborate with Learning & Development to design and deliver relevant training programs.
Communicate clearly and effectively—both verbally and in writing—with all levels of leadership, and ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local laws, as well as internal policies.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a client-facing HR Business Partner role required.
Experience supporting a mix of corporate and field-based (industrial) teams is preferred. Labor relations experience is desirable, however, a strong interest in developing expertise in this area is essential.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Deep understanding of key HR functional areas, including compliance, employment law, employee relations, talent development, compensation, benefits, diversity and inclusion, and performance management.
Expertise in HRBP responsibilities, including talent management, strategy alignment, recruiting, position management, collaboration, and data analytics.
Skilled in conflict resolution, mediation, and facilitating effective meetings.
Ability to conduct thorough investigations and document findings (e.g., EEOC, discrimination, harassment cases).
Proactive problem-solver with the ability to anticipate outcomes and plan accordingly.
Agile, self-directed professional capable of managing competing priorities effectively.
Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to establish trust and credibility as a business partner.
Discerning communicator who exercises sound judgment regarding sensitive information.
Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with strong active listening abilities.
Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.
Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Title: HR Business Partner
Company: Summit Utilities Inc
Location: Fayetteville, AR
