HR Business Partner III

Career Opportunity

HR Business Partner III

Location: Hybrid role (working on-site and remotely) residing in DE, MD, PA or FL

What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress.  We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships. 

Your role in our success will be:

This role serves as a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) III for assigned business units within Chesapeake Utilities Corporation. As a key business partner, the HRBP III anticipates and assesses human resource related needs and seeks to implement integrated solutions within the business unit. This role operates as a liaison between HR and the assigned business units. The HRBP III serves as a consultant to leadership and management on employee issues that may include performance
management, workforce planning, employee relations, labor relations, talent acquisition, organizational and leadership development, compensation and benefits. The HRBP III formulates partnerships across the HR function and the organization to deliver value-added service to management and employees. This HRBP III plays a key role in influencing leaders and the management team to nurture an equitable, diverse and inclusive culture. The HRBP III also serves as an employee champion and change agent.

What you'll be working on: 

• Partners with business leaders to align HR strategy to business strategy for assigned business
  units.
• Serves as the business unit’s primary point of contact for Employee and Labor Relations. Collaborates with business unit leaders on the application, administration and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements. Assists with navigating and resolving labor relations issues. Provides analysis and recommendations for the resolution of employee grievances.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for employee and leadership inquiries in the business unit on all human resources functions. Liaises within human resources on matters regarding talent acquisition, talent development, employee engagement, compensation and benefits.
• Receives and responds to employee concerns and complaints, conducts workplace investigations, documents findings, recommends resolutions and corrective actions.
• Provides day to day coaching to leadership on a variety of actions to include employee relations 
  issues, corrective actions, policy interpretation and application; talent management and development; and organizational design and role development.
• Leads the ADA process to ensure the interactive process is initiated promptly and that all necessary parties are involved in accordance with CUC policy and all applicable laws. Appropriately documents accommodations provided in the workplace.
• Creates, develops and facilitates HR related training including new employee orientation, open
  enrollment sessions, leadership and compliance related training. Creates and delivers
  presentations in-person and virtually.
• Facilitates and supports a variety of processes and activities related to job descriptions, onboarding employees, leave coordination and off-boarding employees.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of compliance requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Attends on-site meetings and provides HR updates throughout CUC service territories.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field of Human Resources Management 
• Eight years of HR applicable work experience
• Standard Driver’s License
• Preferred SHRM and/or HRCI certifications, and/or other similarly related industry certifications
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
• Knowledge of laws and government regulations applicable to Human Resources.
• Strong employee relations skills with prior experience conducting internal investigations.
• Excellent leadership skills, ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff; exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others that builds trusting relationships.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to think critically and effectively utilize current human resources management practices.
• Strong work ethic, highly organized and creative individual.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver results under pressure.
• Extremely perceptive person, capable of relating to individuals at all levels, with high degree of trust, professionalism, tact, discretion and diplomacy and the ability to earn credibility with others.
• Sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill and the public image.
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Ability to prepare clear and understandable written documentation and communication materials.

Where you’ll be working:

• Hybrid role with a mix of working remotely and onsite based on business needs.

  Benefits/what’s in it for you?

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com.