Human Resources People Partner
Tiempo Completo
Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the People Partner provides exceptional customer support to all levels of the enterprise workforce in support of the Tribe’s vision, mission, and values. The People Partner plays a vital role on the HR team to support outcomes in all areas of employee life cycle matters. This role works in harmony and collaboration with internal and external clients to drive a best-in-class team member experience.The People Partner provides “hands on” support and understands that effective department, leader, and employee partnerships begin with building relationships as well as by being approachable and accessible.Working independently, as well as with a team, the People Partner provides accurate and timely HR services and promotes open communication at all levels to positively resolve issues or inquiries while maintaining a high level of engagement and integrity.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Executes on talent strategies initiatives to increase organizational, team and individual performance. Using various data sets and reports, provides qualitative and quantitative analysis for use in trending discussions, decision making and solution finding.
2. Assists in the support of client groups when identifying performance and engagement trends and in the development of strategies to address gaps. Participates in conversations on performance metrics, including but not limited to succession planning, bench strength, talent identification and calibration, and talent performance. Participates in the recommendation process to increase overall performance and talent readiness.
3. Supports efforts to address employee relations matters such as conflict resolution, performance, corrective action, progressive discipline, and terminations and provides direct guidance on matters which are appropriate for the role. Supports higher level matters and investigations with tracking, documentation, and reporting.
4. Collaborates with stakeholders on workforce planning efforts which may include re-organizations, restructures, and aligning job descriptions. Ensures job descriptions are appropriately written and accurately match the work to be performed.
5. Provides guidance and interpretation of HR policies and employee handbooks.
6. Provides support for change management efforts with an emphasis on gaining commitment and adoption of key enterprise initiatives.
7. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department. Assumes other responsibilities, duties, tasks and assignments that contribute to the mitigation or response to public health emergencies.
Education/Experience/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field required.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Human Resources with at least one (1) year direct experience as an HR Generalist.
- Understanding and knowledge of employment law, regulatory compliance, performance management, workforce planning, talent identification and development; employee relations and labor relations.
- Equivalent combination of education and progressive, relevant and direct experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirement.
- Demonstrated ability to assist in confidential employee matters and present findings and recommendations to leadership.
- Strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information in a manner that inspires confidence and trust.
- Responsive to inquiries with a sense of ownership and urgency.
- Must be able to confidently and succinctly communicate to various levels of leadership and stakeholders both verbally and in written form.
- Possesses the ability to relate well to wide variety of personalities.
- Ability to maintain objectivity when working with team member situations without getting too emotionally invested or divested.
- Capable of mediating problem resolution while demonstrating calm and neutral demeanor.
- Exhibits diplomacy and acts as settling influence to defuse tensions.
- Able to shift gears easily and comfortably handle ambiguity.
- Capable of producing accurate written communication that is clear, concise and complete.
- Works to establish personal rapport with internal clients, is easy to approach, and acts with sensitivity and patience with the interpersonal anxieties of others.
- Must be comfortable working in a fast paced, high demand 24-hour operation which may require non-traditional working hours, including but not limited to, evening, weekend and/or holidays.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations
- At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
- A qualified candidate/employee must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier.
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification desired.
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.
As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is a federally-recognized Indian tribe located on the San Manuel Indian Reservation near Highland, California. San Manuel exercises its inherent sovereign right of self-governance and provides essential services for its citizens by building infrastructure, maintaining civil services, and promoting social, economic, and cultural development.
The Serrano people of San Manuel have called this area home since time immemorial and are committed to remaining a productive partner in the San Bernardino region. The Reservation, once only 640 acres, is now over 1,100 acres in size.
The call of Yawa’ – to act upon one’s beliefs – inspires the Tribe to give back to the areas they call home and support organizations working to create a better tomorrow in the Inland Empire and Indian Country.
Our support is directed to organizations providing services in San Bernardino and Riverside counties, including:
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Public schools
- Private schools
- Charter schools, and
- Local government agencies
The Tribe also operates Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel (formerly known as San Manuel Casino®), the Palms Casino Resort, as well as other enterprises.
We value our employees and offer a comprehensive Benefits Program
Our team members enjoy a competitive base salary, an annual discretionary performance bonus, and an annual merit increase as part of our total rewards package. Additionally, San Manuel supports team members' financial health through 401(k) retirement savings plans that offer a 2% core discretionary contribution and matching, and a host of other services - from discounts to tuition assistance.
