Human Resources Business Partner

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Oskaloosa, IA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Sports • Transportation • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Partners with business leaders to develop people strategies, workforce plans, talent initiatives, and organizational change programs. Coaches leaders, supports employee relations, applies employment laws and HR policies, and promotes consistent employee experiences. Uses HR data and workforce insights to identify trends, guide evidence-based decisions, improve processes, and strengthen engagement, retention, and organizational performance.
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Human Resources Business Partner

The Musco Human Resources Team has an opening for a Business Partner at our Corporate Headquarters in Oskaloosa, IA. If your experience aligns with the qualifications outlined below, we look forward to hearing from you!

Hear why we are #TeamMusco

Essential Criteria:

  • A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field and five or more years of progressively responsible HR experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred
  • Broad knowledge of HR disciplines and strong business acumen, with the ability to connect organizational priorities to practical people strategies and solutions
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and the ability to apply that knowledge appropriately to HR practices and workplace situations
  • Strong communication, relationship-building, coaching, and influencing skills, with the ability to guide individuals at all levels while balancing Team Members' needs, organizational objectives, the Team Manual, and employment practices
  • Sound judgment and discretion when handling complex or sensitive situations, including the ability to consider different perspectives, maintain confidentiality, and provide balanced recommendations
  • Effective collaboration, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to work across departments, functions, and locations; manage competing demands and multiple initiatives; act with appropriate urgency; and meet deadlines
  • Ability to use HR data and metrics to evaluate outcomes, identify trends, support evidence-based decisions, and contribute to continuous improvement
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Domestic travel may be required up to 10% of the time

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Partner with business leaders to translate organizational goals and priorities into people strategies that advance business objectives and reinforce Musco’s core values and culture
  • Lead workforce planning in partnership with business leaders to align workforce capacity and capabilities with business priorities. Assess current and future workforce needs and risks, identify talent and capability gaps, and translate those insights into headcount, staffing, succession, and talent plans
  • Strengthen leader effectiveness by coaching and advising leaders on communication, decision-making, accountability, ongoing feedback, Team members' development, and organizational performance
  • Promote fair and consistent Team member relations by addressing concerns, performance issues, and workplace complaints objectively and in accordance with the Team Manual, employment practices, and applicable employment laws. Document outcomes and communicate them to the appropriate leaders
  • Create a consistent and effective experience for Team Members and leaders by partnering across HR functions to align programs, services, and support throughout the Team Member lifecycle, strengthening engagement and retention
  • Provide guidance to Team Members and leaders using the Team Manual, employment practices, and applicable laws to support consistent and fair decision-making. Support the development, communication, implementation, and adoption of new or complex policies
  • Guide successful organizational change by preparing leaders, supporting clear and timely communication, addressing Team Members' impacts, and promoting effective implementation
  • Use HR data and workforce insights to evaluate people strategies, identify trends, and support evidence-based decisions. Translate those findings into process improvements that strengthen organizational performance and the Team Members' and leader experience

Who is Musco:

For more than 50 years, Musco has specialized in sports and large-area lighting and technology, providing innovative solutions for projects in more than 135 countries. Headquartered in Oskaloosa, Iowa, Musco has more than 2,100 team members worldwide. Musco was named an Iowa Top Workplace by The Des Moines Register (2023–2025) and a USA TODAY Top Workplace (2025–2026). Learn more at www.musco.com.

Team Culture and Partnerships:

At Musco, we offer meaningful work in a team-first culture with continuous learning and professional development. We value work-life balance, providing flexibility for community involvement, family activities, and personal time. We have a generous benefit package created with the Team in mind. It includes various health insurance plans, vision and dental insurance, PTO, 401k, profit sharing, and more!

As supporters of recreational organizations, we help ensure safer and more enjoyable playing experiences worldwide. If giving back resonates with you, learn more about our partnerships.

At Musco, we make it happen and want you to be a part of it.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • Five or more years of progressively responsible human resources experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
  • Broad knowledge of human resources disciplines and strong business acumen
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Strong communication, relationship-building, coaching, and influencing skills
  • Sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and ability to handle sensitive situations
  • Effective collaboration, prioritization, and organizational skills
  • Ability to use HR data and metrics for evidence-based decisions
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time
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The Company
HQ: Oskaloosa, IA
1,800 Employees
Year Founded: 1976

What We Do

Musco Lighting is a privately-held global leader in the design and manufacture of LED sports and transportation/infrastructure lighting solutions. Since 1976, the company has provided innovative, high-efficiency lighting systems for stadiums, arenas, international airports, and ports. Based in Oskaloosa, Iowa, Musco focuses on creating responsible lighting and facility solutions that enhance recreational opportunities and infrastructure worldwide.

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