HR Business Partner

We are seeking a HR Business Partner to join our Farm Credit family This position serves as a strategic and operational partner to assigned business units, supporting a range of HR functions including employee relations, talent planning, onboarding, and engagement. This role contributes to the development and execution of HR initiatives that align with organizational goals, while also providing day-to-day guidance and support to employees and leaders. 
 

Responsibilities:
Talent Management Administration
Partners with Association stakeholders, including managers, & Director of HR to facilitate job postings, candidate screenings, and interview facilitation. Facilitates and implements all phases of the recruitment process, including assessment administration, reference collection, pre-employment checks, salary/grade recommendations, offer letter creation, and start date selection in coordination with relevant stakeholders. Completes onboarding and offboarding tasks for employees within assigned territory.

Recruiting and External Partnership Administration
Builds and maintains relationships with educational institutions, veteran's organizations, and other talent sources. Attends career fairs and interacts with student groups for professional development. Organizes attendance at relevant functions such as scholarship banquets, awards functions, etc. to support recruiting efforts at assigned universities. Coordinates internship recruitment with Association leadership, branch staff, and Learning & Development team to ensure a positive intern experience. 

Personnel Engagement
Serves as liaison for assigned territory for HR support, including, but not limited to, questions related to Oracle, benefits, compensation, worker's compensation, policy and procedure interpretations, and retirement. Coordinates with subject matter experts both within the department as well as AgFirst District Bank to ensure accurate and timely responses to employee questions and concerns. Facilitates personnel management discussions with managers and employees under the direction of the Director of HR, apart from disciplinary action leading to probation or termination. Attends team and branch functions to communicate HR initiatives and build relationships within assigned territory.  

HR Administration
Provides insight and assistance in the management and updating of HR procedures annually, or more frequently as needed. Assists HR team members in areas of subject matter expertise to ensure consistent application of HR initiatives and support across the Association. Maintains internal document management pertaining to employee hiring and termination, employee discipline, and other regulatory requirements. Provides timely responses to requests from team members, the Director of HR, or the Chief Administrative Officer to ensure accurate reporting for Executive Leadership and Directors. 

Requirements:

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred
• 3-5 years of employee engagement and/or recruiting experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently and to effectively handle projects and activities independently  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability and desire to learn and willingness to apply new procedures and concepts
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs and HR-related software
• Ability to travel within the territory serviced
   

Other Details:
AgSouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.