HR Business Partner

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

Estimated annual base pay: $72,000(minimum) - $93,000(midpoint) - $115,000(maximum)

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. 
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. 
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance  
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. 
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 
• Member referral bonus 
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 
• Voluntary benefits, including:  
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts 
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Key Responsibilities:

• Resource Planning- HR Business Partner I is responsible for supporting Manager, Human Resources in updating the strategic workforce plan and may support Talent Acquisition in recruiting and selecting candidates for open positions, including developing job descriptions, posting job openings, screening candidates, and conducting interviews.
• Onboarding and orientation: HR Business Partner I may participate with Learning in developing and delivering onboarding and orientation programs for new hires to ensure they are fully integrated into the organization.
• Employee relations: HR Business Partner I is responsible for managing employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures.
• Compliance: HR Business Partner I is responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to HR, including labor laws, employment standards, and health and safety regulations.
• HR administration: HR Business Partner I is responsible for supporting HR Operations in providing administrative support to the HR department, including maintaining employee records, preparing HR reports, and coordinating HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Key Skills:

• Strategic thinking and planning: The ability to think strategically and develop plans aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential in HR.
• Problem-solving: The ability to identify and solve complex problems that arise in HR.
• Change management: The ability to manage change initiatives and support employees through transitions.
• Talent management: The ability to attract, retain, and develop talent to meet the needs of the business.
• Coaching and mentoring: The ability to coach and mentor employees to help them reach their full potential.
• Data analysis: The ability to analyze HR data to inform decisions and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• Project management: The ability to manage projects from start to finish, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Business acumen: The ability to understand the business and industry in which the company operates, and how HR can support business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is required.
• Experience: Prior experience in HR operations, or employee relations is preferred.

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.