Temporary Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Join a mission driven nonprofit in Houston that transforms lives by connecting people to opportunities in work, education, and training. This is an onsite, contract-based HR leadership role designed to influence people operations, align HR initiatives with business goals, and support a culture of engagement and respect. The position provides operational HR support across employment relations, performance management, and policy interpretation for the organization.

About Goodwill Houston and the role

Goodwill Industries of Houston is dedicated to transforming lives by connecting people to opportunities that advance the future of work. Through education, training, and employment, we create pathways to success, empower individuals, strengthen families, and support communities. This Temporary HR Business Partner location focuses on optimizing human resources practices across assigned districts and departments, serving as a trusted expert on policies, employment laws, and HR best practices to support management and associates.

Responsibilities

• Advise management on performance management actions, including coaching, counseling, career development, and appropriate corrective steps.
• Provide day to day coaching to management on employee relations matters.
• Receive, investigate as needed, and resolve team member concerns in the best interest of individuals and the organization.
• Handle complex employment relations issues with a focus on conflict resolution.
• Oversee personnel actions and performance reviews aligned with payroll processing.
• Partner with leaders to ensure HR strategy aligns with overall business goals.
• Analyze HR trends and metrics with the HR team to develop policies and programs.
• Oversee unemployment benefit activity for assigned areas and manage related claims.
• Lead and participate in positive cultural development and employee engagement initiatives.
• Guide leadership on assessment, performance management, and succession planning for their teams.
• Coordinate with Donated Goods Retail and Workforce Development for training and life needs of team members.
• Assist with training assessment and delivery.
• Maintain and communicate HR policies and procedures, supporting updates as needed.
• Participate in recruitment campaigns and new hire orientation to support a robust candidate pipeline.
• Provide routine HR statistics, analyses, and reports as requested.
• Travel to work locations with reliable transportation as required.
• Contribute to a rotating on call schedule as part of the HR support team.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support evolving organizational needs.
• Demonstrate professionalism, good judgment, and a friendly, cooperative attitude.
• Multitask effectively, adapt to change, and collaborate in a fast paced, team oriented environment.
• Adhere to all Goodwill Houston policies, loss prevention and safety regulations, and guiding principles.
• Maintain punctuality and a professional appearance while performing duties.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and follow safety procedures to keep walkways clear.
• Comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three years of experience preferred.
• Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with HRIS systems is preferred.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of personality types.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaborative and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work at all levels within the organization.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for current or future employment; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Job details

• Location: Houston, TX onsite
• Job type: Contract
• Department: Human Resources – Supporting Post Retail and Transportation
• Reports to: Director, Organizational Effectiveness
• FLSA status: Exempt
• Technologies: Microsoft Office, HRIS Systems
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred
• Experience: Minimum 3 years preferred

Physical requirements and work environment

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and reach
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs
• Most work will be performed at a computer