Human Resources Business Partner

You hold a bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field

You have 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including strong employee relations and organizational development expertise

Demonstrated experience working with HRIS platforms (required) and using HR data to drive insights and decisions

Experience leveraging or implementing HR technology solutions, automation, or AI-enabled tools in HR processes

Advanced knowledge of federal and state employment laws (Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, ADEA, NLRA), especially in CA and WA

Strong consultative and influencing skills across all organizational levels

$125,000

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$160,000 USD

Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, aligning people strategies with business goals

Lead complex employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution

Provide expert guidance on organizational development, change management, and leadership coaching

Partner with leadership to drive talent planning, workforce strategy, and succession development

Leverage HRIS systems, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to inform decision-making and improve HR processes

Identify opportunities to modernize HR workflows through automation, reporting, and responsible AI adoption

Joining ESA means becoming part of a close-knit team of environmental professionals who contribute to outstanding projects, improve environmental stewardship, and advance a more sustainable and resilient future for our communities and wild places.

At ESA, we provide benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance (paid at 70% for you AND your family), annual allocations of company shares through our ESOP, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, to name a few.

We also provide specific programs whether you want to further your technical expertise, sharpen your business acumen, or help lead the next generation of employee-owners. We want to support you in reaching your career goals through tuition reimbursement, professional development bonuses, and attendance at conferences.

ESA has established multiple pay ranges tailored to the economic factors in the geographies in which ESA staff reside. For this position, the range is approximately as listed based on our anticipated hiring locations as noted in the above job details. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including but not limited to an individual’s related experience, education, skills, and the city in which the applicant lives.

We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients.