Sr. Human Resources Business Partner/Manager

• Direct applicants only.
• No recruitment agencies or staffing firms, please.
• Relocation is not available for this position

HuB Solutions is helping one of our clients, Salt Lake Legal Defender Association, fill a very important role, Human Resource Manager/Human Resources Business Partner.

About Salt Lake Legal Defender Association (SLLDA):

We are a large nonprofit legal organization, mission-driven public defender office with approximately 200 employees, committed to providing high-quality legal defense and advocacy for individuals accused of crimes who cannot afford an attorney in Salt Lake County. Our team of attorneys, investigators, social workers, and support staff work together to ensure access to justice and fairness in the criminal legal system.

Human Resource Manager/Human Resources Business Partner

General Summary:

We are seeking a Human Resources Manager OR Senior Human Business Partner to help exemplify our values, immerse and expand our current transformational work culture, support our employees, promoting professional evolution and growth, and uphold the values of equity, inclusion, and embody servant leadership.

The Human Resource Manager will play an essential role in the day-to-day people operations in our office. This position provides support across all the HR functions including employee relations, compliance, talent management, learning and development, employee engagement, benefits, compensation, leave administration, talent acquisition, and creating and enforcing company policies and practices, while working collaboratively with leadership in building high performing teams, coaching leaders, and delivering People-related solutions that help attract, engage, and retain top talent.

Primary Responsibilities and Competencies*:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Takes ownership of the daily workflow of the Human Resources function in a fair and safe place environment; including employee benefits administration, leave management, and HRIS data management.
• Recruits, interviews, onboards, and trains new staff to SLLDA.
• Oversees and manages timely performance evaluation process.
• Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Oversees and provides support and guidance management when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, conflict resolution, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations in accordance with company policy.
• Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include creating job descriptions, recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborates with hiring managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings of attorneys, professional staff, and support staff.
• Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Contribute to employee engagement, wellness, diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Required Education, Experience and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in human resources with considerable experience of working and collaborating with managers and employees on People matters such as policy interpretation, providing People process expertise and/or handling employee/manager escalations required.
• Strong understanding and experience managing Federal and Utah State employment law.
• Experience with EEO, ADA, and Affirmative Action Laws.
• Experience in handling employee relations including performance management, disciplinaries, and terminations.
• Continued hands-on direct experience in the HR function with responsibilities in areas of employee relations, benefits, employee engagement, and talent acquisition.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Preferred Education, Qualifications & Experience:

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
• Experience working Human Resources in a non-profit sector.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion and use data to determine ways forward.
• Strong customer and relationship management skills, with ability to influence and coach People managers.
• Ability to build a positive employee relations culture, champion the employee experience and maintain objectivity even under pressure from other stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated and directed.
• Strong analytical, evaluative, attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Customer service oriented.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 37.5 hour work week (7.5 hour days)
• Long Term Disability – Employer paid
• New employees are given 18.75 hours/month = 225 hours of PTO/yr = 30 days per year
• 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company matches up to 13%
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Adoption Reimbursement Program
• Competitive salary and benefits

Equal Employment:

Salt Lake Legal Defender Association (SLLDA) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, nationality, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, affection or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran status, physical, sensory, or mental disability, perceived disability, AIDS and HIV status, atypical heredity cellular or blood trait, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local laws.

Salt Lake Legal Defender Association (SLLDA) is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Our Values:

• Social Justice and Equity

Our core value is the promotion of social justice and legal equity, striving to ensure every voice is heard.

• Client-Centered Service

We prioritize the individual needs and ultimate decision of our clients, fostering an honest and informative relationship.

• Advocacy and Rights Protection

Our attorneys provide vigorous defense and work to protect and preserve clients’ constitutional rights throughout the legal process.

• Justice and Fairness

We are committed to improving the quality of justice and ensuring fairness for all, regardless of financial status.

• Quality Legal Representation

We aim to provide high-quality, competent legal counsel, utilization experienced attorneys, and investigative expertise to build strong defenses.

• Community and Education

We engage in community outreach and education to raise awareness of individual rights within the legal system.

• Collaboration

We value building partnerships with community providers, the District Attorney’s Office, jail staff, and judges to enhance the overall criminal justice system and support client needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Do you have experience handling employee relations including performance management, disciplinaries, and terminations?
• Are you currently working in a hands-on HR work environment with responsibilities in areas of employee relations, benefits, employee engagement, and talent acquisition?
• Do you now or will you in the future require employment visa sponsorship?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Human resources: 5 years (Required)
• Human Resources in a non-profit sector: 2 years (Preferred)
• dealing with Federal and Utah State employment laws: 5 years (Preferred)
• dealing with EEO, ADA, and Affirmative Action Laws: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP (Preferred)

Work Location: In person