HR Business Partner - Corporate

The HR Business Partner is responsible for ensuring alignment between the business operations and the HR practices and objectives. The HR Business Partner acquires and maintains a full understanding of the company’s strategy, vision, and mission. Provides appropriate solutions using experience, data analyses, and organizational agility to guide the decision-making process. This includes assisting with developing strategic and tactical plans that can promote and achieve added value through future growth opportunities.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.   

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass a background investigation.

• Human Resources experience in Federal Government Contracting experience preferred.

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail.  

• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.

• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.

• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and prioritize multiple tasks. 

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Fosters and promotes the integration of CNI Core Competencies and values at all levels within the company.

• Maintains the upmost level of integrity as it relates to highly sensitive matters. Examples include, but are not limited to; HIPPA, PII, CNI business information, employee relations issues, salaries and other confidential information.

• Proactively collaborates with managers and employees to foster and sustain a culture of responsibility, accountability, and compliance.

• Works to maintain an effective level of business literacy about the business unit’s financial position, strategic plans, culture, and competition.

• Collaborates and develops partnerships across the HR function to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the company.

• Responsible for delivering comprehensive HR processes to ensure successful employee lifecycles and work experience strategies.

• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. Participates in team and business operation meetings.

• Provides consulting and coaching to department managers in support of the company vision, mission, and business objectives.

• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to include counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions.

• Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations to help resolve employee issues. Provides recommendations for resolution of issues that are consistent with legal requirements, company policy and practice.

• Assists in in analyzing HR trends, and metrics to identify and help develop solutions, programs, policies, and procedures.

• Helps identify training initiatives and activities designed to improve