HR Business Partner

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Apple Valley, MN, USA
Hybrid
92K-113K Annually
Mid level
Financial Services
The Role
The HR Business Partner serves as a strategic consultant and trusted partner to leaders and employees. Responsibilities include employee relations investigations, performance management, leadership coaching, succession planning, talent acquisition support, policy interpretation, compliance with employment laws, organizational trend analysis, training needs identification, and HR process improvement. The role also handles escalated workers’ compensation, leave, ADA, and unemployment matters while supporting organizational initiatives and maintaining confidentiality.
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Company Description

Ent Credit Union and Wings Credit Union joined forces in January 2026. This merger means more opportunities, expanded resources, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional member service. Together, we become more - empowering members, communities, and teams through a bold, unified future. Both organizations bring a strong legacy of member satisfaction, operational excellence, financial stability, and community impact. Recognized locally and nationally as best-in-class financial institutions and employers of choice, each is known for its commitment to financial well-being and philanthropic leadership. Join us during this transformative time and be part of shaping the future of banking! To learn more about the merger, click here.

Job Description

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is an important member of the Wings HR team and serves as an expert consultant and trusted strategic business partner on all talent matters. Our HRBPs are integrated "Boots on the Ground" business partners whose primary focus is cultivating effective employee relations. HRBPs collaborate with team members within the HR Core Services Center to resolve general HR questions; their expertise to resolve complex HR concerns. The HRBP is a developing business partner with strong collaboration, planning, problem-solving, and communication skills who has demonstrated the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects. The desired candidate will have experience in several core areas of HR including employee relations, performance management, and leadership coaching.

Essential Functions

  • HR Strategic Support / Collaboration:
    • Collaborates with other HR service centers to bring comments / concerns from staff interactions to the department for review.
    • Identify exit data trends and make recommendations to leaders.
    • Succession Planning for Chiefs, Execs, and other leaders.
    • Suggests ways to refine current or create new processes to streamline the manager / employee experience.
    • Assistance with special projects as needed to support new organizational initiatives.
  • HR Operational Support / Compliance:
    • Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
    • Collaborate with recruitment, with a strong focus on acquiring and retaining top talent and on building a pipeline for future needs.
    • Establish and maintain an intimate understanding of the departments and the business as a whole in order to build effective and productive working relationships.
    • Assess business and organizational performance to recommend and drive action through a consultative and trust-building approach.
    • Coach business leaders on HR policies and processes, including talent planning, learning and development, and performance management, to promote engagement and a culture of continuous growth and development. Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
    • Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
    • Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
    • Partner with the legal department as needed/required.
    • Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity, and retention.
    • Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation.
    • Identify training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
    • Implement and administer the company's human resources policies and practices.
    • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
    • Serve as an escalation point for Worker's Compensation & FMLA/FAMLI, and ADA escalations.
    • Support in providing information and a timely response to UI claims.
    • Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Wings policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

    Qualifications

    Minimum Formal Qualifications for this Position:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development or related field Preferred
    • 4+ years' experience as a Human Resources Generalist, HR Business Partner, or other HR-related experience specifically with employee relations, performance management, leadership coaching, training program development, etc. Required
    • 4+ years' of Human Resources experience obtained at a Credit Union or other highly member focused organization Preferred
    • 2+ years' leadership experience Preferred

    Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

    • Proficient knowledge of employment law including, but not limited to EEO, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, and Federal Contractor / Affirmative Action regulations.
    • Ability to serve as business unit consultant for the purpose of general operational questions relating to all areas of Human Resources.
    • Technically savvy with skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
    • Knowledge and practical application of Federal, and local employment laws with a solid understanding of the general body of knowledge surrounding HR.
    • Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and flexibly.
    • Interpersonal, persuasive, written/verbal communication, and conflict resolution skills.
    • Planning, organizational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
    • Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
    • High attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to effectively multi-task and manage multiple concurrent projects with competing objectives.
    • Ability to coach and influence leaders and employees at all organizational levels to drive performance and engagement.
    • Skilled in handling sensitive employee relations issues with confidentiality and professionalism.

    Certifications Required:

    • Driver's license with acceptable driving record Required
    • Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Strategic Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or similar Human Resources industry certification Preferred

     

    Additional Information

    PAY RANGE: $92,000-$113,000 annually (S16) with a 15% target annual bonus.

    Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, location and internal pay equity.


    BENEFITS:

    • Generous 401(k) match
    • 401k Discretionary Profit Sharing
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short Term and Long Term Disability
    • Health Savings Account with company contribution
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Paid Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays and Volunteer Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Paid Parental Leave

      We anticipate this position to close on 8/31/2026. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to be considered.

      Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    Skills Required

    • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field
    • 4+ years of experience as a Human Resources Generalist, HR Business Partner, or in related HR work involving employee relations, performance management, leadership coaching, or training program development
    • 4+ years of human resources experience at a credit union or other highly member-focused organization
    • 2+ years of leadership experience
    • Proficient knowledge of employment law, including EEO, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, and Federal Contractor/Affirmative Action regulations
    • Ability to consult on general operational questions across human resources
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
    • Knowledge and practical application of federal and local employment laws
    • Interpersonal, persuasive, written and verbal communication, and conflict resolution skills
    • Planning, organization, time management, analytical, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills
    • Ability to coach and influence leaders and employees at all organizational levels
    • Ability to handle sensitive employee relations issues confidentially and professionally
    • Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
    • PHR, SPHR, or similar human resources industry certification

    Wings Credit Union Compensation & Benefits Highlights

    The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Wings Credit Union and has not been reviewed or approved by Wings Credit Union.

    • Retirement Support Retirement funding is notably generous, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% plus an additional 4% non‑elective employer contribution. This structure can elevate total rewards beyond base pay.
    • Healthcare Strength Medical coverage offers two Anthem plan options with 100% covered in‑network preventive care, $0 telemedicine, and employer HSA seeding for HDHP enrollees. Dental and vision coverage are included, and fertility support is available via Kindbody.
    • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off is substantial, starting around 16 days and growing to about 28 days with tenure, plus four floating holidays. Employees also receive state‑compliant sick/safe time and 32 hours per year of Volunteer Time Off.

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    The Company
    HQ: Saint Paul, Minnesota
    625 Employees
    Year Founded: 1938

    What We Do

    More than 85 Years of Innovation providing our members great financial services. Please Note: If you have both a legacy Ent Credit Union and a legacy Wings Financial Credit Union share account(s), after June 30, 2026, the accounts will be aggregated into one account and will be insured up to a maximum amount of $250,000 under NCUA’s share insurance. Wings Credit Union is an Equal Housing Lender and Equal Opportunity Lender and is federally insured by NCUA. Learn more at WingsCU.com

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