Senior HR Business Partner

Full time Regular Employment at W. M. Keck Observatory

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Summary

Lead with Purpose. Empower People. Shape the Future of Astronomy. Join W. M. Keck Observatory as our next Senior HR Business Partner.

Are you a hands-on HR professional who thrives on collaboration, relationship-building, and delivering meaningful support across all areas of human resources? Do you bring both strategy and service to your work, grounded in values of stewardship and community? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to W. M. Keck Observatory and help us shape the employee experience that supports scientific discovery at the highest level.

If you’re ready to bring your HR expertise to a world-class scientific institution, and make an impact where the sky is not the limit?

Apply now and help us support the people who explore the universe.

Requirements

Why Choose W. M. Keck Observatory:

• Competitive starting salary ranging from $101,694 to $123,618, based on experience.
• Generous benefits package, including 4 weeks of annual paid vacation.
• A robust retirement benefit with an 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution.
• Tuition assistance for dependent children grades K-12 attending an independent school on Hawai’i island.
• Employer-provided health insurance, offering a range of coverage options tailored to individual and family preferences.
• Be a part of a dedicated team working on the frontiers of astronomy.

Additional Information

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a technical field from an accredited four-year college or university. Equivalent experience or a combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in human resource administration, with a strong working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines including compensation, organizational development, employee relations, diversity, and performance management.
• Experience in both strategic planning and hands-on HR operations is required, preferably in smaller organizations or environments requiring cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven experience creating a culture of engagement, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Capable of compiling and analyzing data to guide strategic planning and decision making.
• Proven ability to engage others in cross-functional collaboration and lead organizational change initiatives.
• Outstanding skills in employee development, relations, and engagement, with a focus on fostering an inclusive and positive work environment.
• Comfortable and effective in interactions with employees at all levels: accessible, approachable, open-minded, understanding, constructive, and trustworthy.
• Forward-thinking, and decisive, with a high degree of integrity, ethical standards, and a professional image.
• Strong mentoring and coaching abilities, with experience supporting junior HR staff and managers.
• Ability to effectively deliver impactful presentations and training sessions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Hawaii State and Federal labor laws and related regulatory compliance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and HR-related software (e.g. HRIS, and applicant tracking system).
• Certification in Human Resources – SPHR/PHR, SHRM-SCP/SHRM-CP or GPHR.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

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