Sr HR Business Partner

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

$85,035.00 - $

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Metra's Human Resources Department's mission is to recruit and retain qualified employees in a diverse workforce; treat all employees fairly; facilitate training and professional development for career growth; effectively manage and administer compensation; negotiate and administer flexible benefit programs that provide quality and value; administer medical leaves and related services; promote wellness; provide confidential and efficient records administration; ensure that Metra's policies and procedures comply with all laws governing employment, benefits and other ancillary services;

and foster an environment of trust and mutual respect with employees as well as internal and external partners.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, People Operations. The Senior HR Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor and partner to Metra's HR Department and assigned business units fostering collaborative relationships, resolving challenges, and implementing HR solutions that drive business success. This role is focused on aligning human resources strategies with organizational objectives and delivering expert guidance on workforce planning, employee engagement, and performance management.

The primary duties include:
Serves as a strategic partner to assigned departments understanding business goals, proactively delivering HR strategies and solutions, and building strong relationships as a trusted advisor at all levels. Facilitates a Monthly Business Review (M ) with assigned departments to track HR metrics, progress against goals, and emerging priorities. Provides coaching and guidance to leaders in handling low-level employee relations, lead performance management, and leadership development to foster a high-performing culture.

Collaborates with business leaders to design and implement workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives. Conducts a minimum of two field visits per month to assigned departments to maintain direct visibility into operations and employee experience. Reviews and prioritizes employee relations concerns, conduct thorough and objective investigations and consult with counsel on complex or high risk matters to determine appropriate next steps.

Collaborates with Talent Acquisition (TA) on competitive positioning and recruitment strategy with identified support for priority roles. Partners with specialized HR teams, such as Learning and Development to design and deliver HR tools, programs and processes that meet business needs and drives operational excellence. Supports organizational change initiatives through communication and change management: expertise/while ensuring consistent compliance with Metra's HR policies and procedures.

Ensures compliance with Metra's HR policies and procedures while delivering consistent policy interpretation and application. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Human Resources or a related field or in lieu of degree, a combination of education and experience may be substituted that equals four years in human resources.
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