Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Industry: Transportation Services

Location (City, State): Skokie, IL

Assignment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $80,000 - $90,000 annually

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Fully Onsite

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

About our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a growing transportation services organization seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support a large, multi-site workforce. This organization is committed to delivering essential community services while fostering a collaborative, people-focused culture. The HR team plays a strategic role in driving employee engagement, leadership development, compliance, and operational success.

Job Description:

The Human Resources Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to operational leaders, providing strategic and day-to-day HR support across multiple locations. This role will focus heavily on employee relations, leave administration, leadership coaching, compliance, workforce planning, and talent initiatives. The ideal candidate will be relationship-driven, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment supporting a large employee population.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with managers and directors to address employee relations matters and workplace concerns.
• Provide guidance on performance management, disciplinary actions, employee development, and policy interpretation.
• Support leave administration processes, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other employee leave programs.
• Conduct workplace investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Coach leaders on employment law compliance, best practices, and employee engagement strategies.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to benefits, payroll, and HR programs.
• Assist with succession planning, talent development, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Monitor compliance standards and support audit readiness efforts.
• Analyze workforce trends and contribute to initiatives focused on retention and risk reduction.
• Build strong partnerships with operational leadership to support business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Business Partner or similar strategic HR role.
• Experience supporting leaders within a mid-sized or large organization.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, benefits, leave administration, performance management, and employment law.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent HR experience will be considered.

Additional Details:

• Regular travel to regional Illinois locations required.
• Occasional overnight travel to support additional operational sites.
• Workday experience is preferred but not required.
• Union environment exposure is a plus.
• Initial onboarding includes extensive site visits to build relationships with leadership and employees.
• Key performance indicators include employee retention, compliance, and risk mitigation.

Perks:

• Opportunity to influence HR strategy and business outcomes.
• Highly visible role partnering directly with operational leadership.
• Collaborative and supportive HR leadership team.
• Annual company-wide leadership and employee events.
• Stable organization experiencing continued growth.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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