Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) – Employee Relations Specialist

RTR Management & Consulting Services LLC is hiring for a temporary-to-permanent HR Business Partner role with a specific focus on Employee Relations. This hybrid position in Lombard, IL supports day-to-day HR operations while partnering closely with leadership, including executive-level discussions led by the VP of HR.

In this contract opportunity, you will serve as the primary point of contact for employee and management concerns, lead workplace investigations, and help managers strengthen performance management and corrective action practices. The role also emphasizes accurate, legally sound documentation to support compliance across local, state, and federal requirements.

Role Overview

• Temporary-to-permanent HR Business Partner specializing in employee relations and daily HR operations.
• Primary point of contact for employee and management inquiries, conflict resolution, and workplace culture needs.
• Direct reporting line to the Vice President of Human Resources and involvement in executive-level conversations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR office inquiries and coordinate responses to employee and management concerns.
• Conduct thorough, objective, and timely investigations into workplace complaints, ethical concerns, or policy violations.
• Support strict adherence to local, state, and federal labor laws.
• Coach managers and supervisors on performance management, corrective action, and leadership practices.
• Draft legally sound HR documentation, including investigation summaries, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and separation agreements, to reduce organizational risk.
• Translate HR metrics and employee relations trends into actionable business insights during executive discussions.

Requirements

• 4+ years of progressive HR experience, with strong emphasis on employee relations and workplace investigations.
• Prior experience in food service, hospitality, or manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, EEO, and FLSA.
• Exceptional communication skills for sensitive situations, with empathy, discretion, and the ability to engage at the executive level.
• Strong analytical and conflict-resolution skills, including the ability to document investigations comprehensively.
• Available for immediate or quick placement and able to commit to hybrid scheduling (3 days in office / 2 days remote).

Work Details

• Location: Lombard, IL (Hybrid)
• Job Type: Contract, Temporary-to-Permanent (Temp-to-Perm)
• Pay Rate: $40.00/hour
• Hiring Timeline: Immediate / Quick Placement
• Reports To: Vice President of Human Resources