Barkbus · 1 month ago
Associate, People Business Partner
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expBarkbus is the nation's premier mobile dog grooming company, aiming to modernize the pet grooming industry with a focus on delivering joy to pets and their owners. The People Business Partner will support the hourly non-exempt workforce by executing people programs, addressing employee needs, and ensuring compliant and empathetic practices across the company.
ConsumerMobilePet
Responsibilities
Own the execution of core People programs, including benefits administration, leaves of absence, accommodations, workers’ compensation, and injury reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to SOPs and policies
Track, document, and support employee relations matters, maintaining accurate records, timely follow-up, and alignment with company policies and employment practices
Partner with people managers to provide guidance, documentation support, and preparation for conversations related to performance, feedback, attendance, and development
Ensure People policies are applied consistently and practically for groomers, balancing operational realities with business needs
Serve as a key liaison between the People team, Operations, and Pet Stylists, enabling clear, consistent communication and alignment
Act as a trusted, day-to-day resource for Pet Stylists in the field, helping them feel supported, informed, and heard
Support engagement, retention, and well-being initiatives for Pet Stylists, contributing insights informed by real-time field experience
Identify, document, and analyze trends, recurring questions, and pain points to inform improvements to policies, training, and employee resources
Champion Barkbus’s values in every interaction, fostering a culture of empathetic accountability, fairness, and consistency
Communicate clearly, professionally, and accessibly with a predominantly hourly workforce in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Partner closely with the Manager, People Business Partner to continuously improve the groomer experience and People processes
Qualification
Required
2-4 years of experience in HRBP, People Operations or a similar role supporting hourly, non-exempt employees
Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state labor laws, with the ability to apply them effectively in real-world employee situations
Experience supporting a high-volume, non-exempt workforce (100+ employees) without sacrificing quality or care
High emotional intelligence, strong judgment, and the ability to navigate sensitive situations with discretion
Thoughtful communicator who can tailor messaging to non-exempt employees, managers, and cross-functional partners
A people and dog lover who is energized by supporting frontline teams
Preferred
Experience navigating California labor laws strongly preferred
Exposure to benefits administration, leave management, workers' compensation, or accommodations is strongly preferred
Benefits
Stock options upon required tenure.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement Savings Plan to support your future.
Pet Insurance to keep your furry friends healthy.
Monthly cell phone stipend to stay connected.
ClassPass membership to support your fitness and wellness goals.
Company
Barkbus
Barkbus is a mobile dog grooming service that brings a safe and stress-free grooming experience to your doorstep.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sander Daniels
CEO
Recent News
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