Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

Calista Brice LLC is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. We support economic development and self‑determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples, contributing to the welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

Calista Brice is a dynamic family of 20+ companies tackling challenges in construction, engineering, and environmental services. Founded in 2012, we provide centralized services such as IT, HR, and business operational support to help subsidiary companies focus on their specialized work.

We create opportunities that benefit Alaska Native communities and offer a culture of inclusion, mentorship, and professional growth.

As an onsite Human Resources Business Partner in Fairbanks, AK, you will serve as a strategic, hands‑on HR leader supporting assigned Calista Brice subsidiary companies across multiple states. You will advise managers and executives on recruiting, onboarding, employee and labor relations, union interaction, compliance, policy interpretation, data analysis, and employment law.

• Maintain expert knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and specialized regulations such as the Davis‑Bacon Act, Alaska Native corporation requirements, OFCCP, VETS, and EEO.
• Ensure accuracy of personnel records and compliance with record‑keeping standards across geographically dispersed locations.
• Draft, review, and update comprehensive job descriptions aligned with organizational needs.
• Conduct internal wage analyses and compensation reviews; standardize pricing procedures.
• Oversee end‑to‑end recruitment and onboarding processes, including postings, screening, paperwork, benefits communication, and training coordination.
• Partner with leadership to manage employee relations, coaching, conflict resolution, union relations, grievance handling, discipline, and internal investigations.
• Advise managers and executives on HR best practices and strategic decisions.
• Oversee benefit deduction calculations, 401(k) plan administration, and payroll consistency.
• Coordinate with payroll systems (Spectrum, Deltek, Costpoint) to ensure accurate processing.
• Assist in managing workers’ compensation claims in collaboration with the Director of Safety and Risk.
• Administer drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Maintain and update employee handbooks, company policies, performance evaluation systems, merit and bonus programs.
• Collaborate in workforce planning and staffing analysis.
• Support employee training in compliance, leadership, and skills development.
• Prepare and submit required federal and state employment reports.
• Track shareholder and employment data for corporate HR reporting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Maintain safety standards and alertness in all activities.
• Perform additional duties as directed.

Supervise HR Generalists and other HR personnel, providing guidance and ensuring effective service delivery.

• Advanced knowledge of HR principles, workforce planning, talent management, compensation, benefits, labor relations, and compliance.
• Strong understanding of recruitment, selection, training, and employee development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of business management principles.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and Alaska Native and federal contracting mandates.
• Proficiency with Workday HRIS, payroll platforms, and applicant tracking systems.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and data analytics.
• Change management and transformational leadership abilities.
• Exceptional consultative and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Competency in benefit calculations, wage analysis, and data interpretation.
• Leadership ability to motivate teams in alignment with company goals.
• Effective facilitation and training capabilities.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs.
• Willingness to travel across…