Regional HR Leader/Business Partner (Mid-Atlantic)

Job Type Full-time Description

This hybrid role combines strategic HR business partnership with hands-on execution of HR programs. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the Regional HR Leader/Business Partner will drive HR strategy and implement policies related to talent development, performance management, employee relations, compensation, workforce planning, and compliance.

As the company continues to grow, this role will be instrumental in strengthening leadership, enhancing business management capabilities, and fostering a consistent culture across a distributed, branch-based network.

This position will support WRE's Mid-Atlantic Region and ideally be based from the Central Pennsylvania geographic area. 

  

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to branch and functional leadership, collaborating with internal support teams (HR Service Center, Finance, Customer Experience, etc.).
• Effectively use data to identify people-related trends, risks, and opportunities, partnering with regional leadership to develop effective solutions.
• Guide leaders in talent-related decisions and accountability for business outcomes.
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues by providing guidance on performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor laws. Foster a positive work environment through proactive communication and mediation efforts.
• Support the integration of acquired businesses, ensuring cultural alignment and smooth transitions.
• Drive employee engagement and retention strategies through data analysis and feedback.
• Implement HR programs that improve collaboration, operational excellence, and employee experience.
• Ensure legal compliance and consistency in HR policies, practices, and culture across all branches.
• Support safety and risk management initiatives to maintain a compliant and secure work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field.
• 10+  years of relevant HR experience, preferably in a multi-location, branch-based, or blue-collar workforce environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience diagnosing business challenges and developing proactive HR solutions.
• Proven ability to influence and partner with business leaders to drive results and effect organizational change.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the flexibility to adjust direction as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI and Paylocity HRIS is a plus.
• Subject-matter expertise in complementary HR disciplines a plus (employee benefits, learning & development, talent management, etc.). 
• Ability to travel regularly within the region (up to 50%).

 

Wind River Environment LLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation , gender identity , age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

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