Unitek Learning · 4 days ago
HR Business Partner - Hybrid
Tempe, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
7+ years expUnitek Learning is an ACCSC-accredited private nursing and healthcare college that prepares practice-ready professionals. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor and frontline HR support for assigned campuses or regions, focusing on aligning HR practices with business goals and supporting employee engagement and compliance in a regulated education environment.
EducationHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Collaborate with campus directors, regional managers, and corporate leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals
Act as a trusted advisor to management on people-related issues
Understand site-specific needs and adapt HR support accordingly
Participate in HR initiatives that support employee engagement, retention, and performance improvement
Collaborate with campus leaders to understand future business needs
Predict how these plans will impact talent requirements
Support leaders during organizational change
Participate in HR initiatives that support employee engagement, retention, and performance improvement
Help communicate workforce plans and transitions effectively
Assess gaps between current workforce capabilities and future needs
Highlight critical roles at risk of turnover or obsolescence
Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations matters across assigned campuses
Manage employee relations matters including investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures
Provide coaching and counsel to campus leaders on disciplinary actions, terminations, documentation, and risk mitigation
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies
Maintain accurate documentation of ER cases and generate reports for trends and risk management
Maintain awareness of HR trends, legal updates, and regulatory changes that impact the education industry
Support talent acquisition efforts by partnering with hiring managers and the recruitment team to attract and retain top educators and staff
Facilitate onboarding processes that align with company culture and compliance standards
Support performance management cycles, including goal setting, evaluations, and development plans
Identify training needs and coordinate with Learning & Development to deliver impactful training across sites
Ensure compliance with labor laws, accreditation standards, and company HR policies
Assist in preparing HR documentation for audits by accreditation bodies or regulatory agencies
Track and analyze HR metrics, including turnover, engagement, and ER trends
Assist with organizational planning, including restructures, change management, and campus expansion initiatives
Monitor and analyze HR metrics (e.g., turnover, engagement, headcount) and recommend solutions to improve performance
Promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across all sites
Regularly travel to assigned campuses to provide in-person support, conduct training, and foster employee engagement
Coordinate consistent HR practices across locations while accounting for regional differences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) is a plus
7-10 years of progressive HR experience, preferably as an HRBP or in a multi-site environment
Experience working in a for-profit education, vocational training, or regulated service environment is highly desirable
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
High integrity and ability to manage confidential and sensitive information appropriately
Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills
Ability to influence, collaborate, and drive results across a diverse organization
Comfort with ambiguity and change in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
401K with a Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
Leadership development and training for career advancement
Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program
Company
Unitek Learning
Unitek Learning provides healthcare, nursing, and emergency medical services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-03-15Acquired
2013-06-28Private Equity
Leadership Team
Joellen Sutterfield
Vice President: Clinical Education Management (Healthcare and Higher Ed Strategic Partnerships)
Benjamin Pozniak, MBA
Partnership Success Manager
Recent News
2025-03-04
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