YMCA of the USA · 10 hours ago
People Business Partner
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expYMCA of the USA is looking for a People Business Partner to join the Greater Austin YMCA team. This role serves as a strategic advisor, aligning people strategies with organizational goals while providing hands-on support across the Team Member lifecycle, including performance management and talent development.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a thought-partner and advisor to leaders on people strategy, organizational design, and workforce planning
Translate business objectives into HR strategies that support performance, engagement, and retention
Identify talent gaps and orchestrate plans to bridge the gap to cultivate a workforce equipped and motivated to fulfill the Y’s mission, purpose and vision
Use data and metrics (turnover, engagement, performance trends, etc.) to inform recommendations and decision-making
Provide guidance on Team Member relations matters, including coaching, performance improvement plans, corrective action, and conflict resolution
Partner with leaders to ensure fair, consistent, and timely performance management practices
Support investigations and ensure appropriate documentation in alignment with policy and legal requirements
Manages and resolves complex Team Member relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations
Support talent planning initiatives including succession planning, internal mobility, and leadership development
Partner with leaders on onboarding, development plans, and Team Member growth conversations
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and People Development on workforce needs, role design, and hiring strategies
Champion organizational values and foster an inclusive, engaging workforce culture
Support leaders through change initiatives, providing guidance on communication, transition planning and change adoption.Partner on Team Member engagement initiatives and action planning
People practices comply with federal, state and local employment laws
Interpret and apply People policies consistently and provide guidance to leaders and Team Members
Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of Team Members, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance
Identify potential risk areas and proactively recommend solutions
Partner with People Experience & Development team (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development) to deliver integrated solutions
Contribute to People team projects, process improvements, and system enhancements
Stay current on HR trends, employment law changes, and best practices
Conduct weekly meetings with respective business partners
Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to frontline leaders (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
Works closely with Leaders and Team Members to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations and leadership support in a multi-unit capacity
Demonstrated experience partnering with leaders at multiple organizational levels
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coaching skills
Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, HCM systems or related software
Preferred
HR Certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR)
Experience supporting organizational change and large-scale initiatives
Strong data analysis and HRIS experience
Company
YMCA of the USA
YMCA of the USA is the national resource office for the nation's YMCAs. Located in Chicago, IL, YMCA of the USA exists to serve YMCAs.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Suzanne McCormick
President & CEO
Recent News
First Five Years Fund
2025-09-19
2025-03-30
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