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Who We Are: Schwazze (OTCQX: SHWZ) is executing its vision to become the most admired vertically integrated cannabis company in New Mexico/Colorado and beyond. Our portfolio consists of top-tier licensed brands in extraction, infused-product manufacturing, dispensary operations, consulting, and nutrients, with plans to add cultivation facilities in 2021. Schwazze is led by Colorado cannabis experts with proven experience in product and business development and top-tier executives from Fortune 500 companies. As a leading platform for vertical integration, we believe our ability to deliver best in class service and innovative products and services to our customers is the product of the talent, teamwork, and passion of our teams. For more information, please visit our website: www.schwazze.com.
Job Title: People & Culture Business Partner – Albuquerque
Reports to: Sr. HR Manager
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Salary Range: $55,000-65,000
Bonus: N/A
Position Objective:
We are looking for a highly motivated, engaged, committed individual with relevant Human Resources experience that has an interest to work in the emerging cannabis industry. The primary objective of this field-based position is to provide support for people and culture, including employee relations, employee engagement, performance management, talent management, employee development, compensation execution, onboarding and recruitment support. The People & Culture Business Partner will be responsible for creating, executing and administering company policy while serving as a consultant to location and regional leaders to ensure people and culture programs foster a productive and fun workplace environment that drives the business forward. The role will execute the tactical, day-to-day support for the managers in which they support, while maintaining a focus on employee advocacy and driving engagement by having visibility within the geography in which they support. This is a “hands on” position that requires extensive interaction and visibility within all levels of the organization.
Essential Functions:
Delivers HR strategies and services within a function(s) to effectively build the organizational capability required to achieve business goals and imperatives.
Translates HR &business strategies and works collaboratively with the business to link HR products and services into plans that help deliver business results
Develop organizational capability by providing thought leadership guiding the team through effective change management, talent management, employee relationship management, and performance management
Utilizes insights of the operation & culture to enhance execution of all HR processes
Understands the operating environment and applies this knowledge to implement HR services to enhance business results
Provides thought leadership to specialist groups to improve existing processes or the development of new processes
Translates company culture into supportive organizational & individual behaviors & utilizes HR practices, processes to advance the culture
Brings change management skills to lead change projects impacting people or people processes – projects executed on time, within budget, and with intended impact
Develops insights from people data (engagement survey, exit interview, etc.)
Partners with management to facilitate companywide surveys and create/maintain/update action plans within support group.
Applies performance and development expertise to deliver better ways to develop employees/managers and raise the bar on performance
Provides leadership in facilitation of company performance management processes, including annual reviews, manager training, communications and compensation review processes.
Partners with Total Rewards Manager to document, validate and ensure consistency in the creation of, maintenance and execution of all bonus programs within the company.
Leads core people processes including employee relations and ensure consistent approach to service delivery
Provides employee relations support and guidance on matters relating to performance, EEOC, unemployment compensation, harassment claims, code of conduct violations, etc.
Partner with leadership to identify and support solutions for people matters, including onboarding, compensation programs, employee development, investigations, leave administration, performance management and succession planning.
Provides support to talent acquisition team as needed and assists in the facilitation of new hire orientation / onboarding
Provides thought leadership on and executes L&D strategies, programs and content creation as identified by the VP of HR
Lead an open-door culture where employees feel heard and issues are quickly resolved, while maintaining a focus on visibility in the field and within assigned support groups
Consistently maintain a true hands-on approach as well as the ability to successfully monitor the pulse of employees to ensure a high level of employee engagement.
Assist in addressing field needs (emergency, safety, regulatory and compliance, etc.) as needed.
Assist in other human resources and people matters as directed.
Education and Experience Required:
2+ years of human resources generalist responsibilities or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree or related experience
Prior experience supporting multiple locations as the HR focal point
Experience creating and administering HR policies and procedures
Knowledge and Other Required Qualifications:
Prior experience in a fast-paced corporate and/or start-up environment
Flexibility with schedule and hours at needs of business
Demonstrated ability to accept and learn from coaching
Commitment to ongoing self-development and learning
Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and with exceptional integrity and discretion
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Well-developed organizational skills with deadline and detail-orientation
Not easily frustrated or discouraged, extremely resilient and positive mindset
Ability to focus, prioritize, and manage time efficiently and effectively
High proficiency with MS Office suite
Strong knowledge of various HRMS systems
Effective presentation skills, ability to convey communication clearly
Working Conditions (Schedule, Environment, Travel)
Hours will vary depending on the needs of the business. Nights, Weekends, and Holidays are to be expected
Ability to travel regularly across the state of New Mexico (and other states as needed) to Schwazze locations
Limited overnight travel may be required as needed
Schwazze is committed to fairness and equality of opportunity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.