People Business Partner

Here's a summary of responsibilities:Reporting to the Vice President, People Operations, the People Business Partner is responsible for solving organizational challenges through people-related solutions. Acting as the bridge between the USOPC People & Culture team (P&C) and various business leaders and teams, this role works in partnership to design and execute strategies for how we staff, onboard, develop, motivate, retain, and organize work, all in service of meeting organizational priorities and business goals. This role is responsible for project management and execution of all employee-facing P&C programs and acts as a coach and advisor to leaders and employees across the organization to bolster their leadership effectiveness, team effectiveness, and overall individual and team performance. With a consistent pulse on teams around the organization, the People Business Partner identifies and surfaces people trends to help improve organizational health and make informed decisions to impact business goals and the team member experience.Here’s how you’ll have an impact:Business Partnership (40%)

1. Build relationships with business leaders to offer thought leadership on organizational and people-related strategy and execution. Build relationships with teams and individual employees at every level of the organization to ensure all employees feel seen, heard, and supported in the work that they do.
2. Develop a deep understanding of the assigned business functions to help inform the creation and implementation of people initiatives, programs, and strategies that effectively address business needs.
3. Apply deep knowledge in P&C programs, services, and policies to communicate initiatives and serve as a liaison between assigned business group and P&C functional areas. Use discretion to determine when to engage and collaborate with broader P&C to meet business needs.
4. Assist leaders and employees in understanding and applying people tools, policies, and procedures to maximize employee performance, achieve organizational effectiveness, improve employee engagement, and ensure legal compliance.
5. Proactively maintain an open line of communication with leaders and employees on P&C-related issues, identifying and addressing employee concerns in a timely manner.
6. Provide conflict resolution and guidance concerning performance management and employee relations issues and make recommendations on the appropriate course of action in partnership with the key stakeholders (business, P&C team, Legal, etc.) and work as the conduit to the USOPC’s third-party firm to maintain consistent processes.
7. Partner with leaders to ensure completion of employee changes in people systems, including hiring, promotions, employee moves, compensation changes, leaves of absence, and terminations. Perform unemployment verifications.

People Program Management (40%)

1. Act as primary point of contact and project manager for business on all People programs and processes, including Talent & Career Planning, Performance Development, Total Rewards, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives, Learning, and other projects that impact the overall employee experience.
2. Act as conduit between business and P&C to develop execution plans for rollout and completion of annual processes such as performance reviews, calibration, culture pulse survey, compensation and benefits, and headcount planning. Ensure business leaders and employees fully understand their process responsibilities, meet deadlines, and provide appropriate input.

Leadership Coaching (20%)

1. Coach leaders on leadership effectiveness, communication, change agility, etc. to maximize their impact on employees.
2. Coach leaders on team effectiveness, culture, team dynamics, communication, partnership, collaboration, etc. to maximize their impact on their teams and business.
3. Coach and advise leaders on employee development and performance management, including partnership on performance improvement plans.
4. Serve as an advocate and coach for employees with concerns that may impact their individual job performance, team culture, and/or organizational culture.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Here are the skills and experience you'll need to be effective:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field and/or equivalent work experience
• PHR or SPHR a plus
• Additional relevant professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SHRM Talent Acquisition, STA, PRC, CDR, SWP, ATM, SHRBP, etc. a plus
• 5+ years of experience in a HR generalist and/or business partner role
• Professional HR experience including knowledge of EEOC law, employee benefits, and HR programs/procedures
• Experience in non-profit and/or sport industry preferred 
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to influence and drive work through others without direct oversight
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and teach others how to maximize potential within their roles and the organization
• Ability to balance listening and sharing of own point of view
• Ability to devise and execute innovative solutions, both strategic and tactical
• Proven ability to develop collaborative business relationships and partnerships at all levels, from CEO and executives to front-line employees
• Ability to bring the right people together to solve a problem
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Adept at navigating and resolving conflict
• Ability to embrace change with ease
• Ability to display curiosity without judgment
• Analytical and data-driven
• Exceptional proactive and responsive customer service skills
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and follow-through

Here are the tools, equipment, & conditions:

• Frequent non-traditional working hours
• Standard office equipment
• Domestic and international travel
• Regular attendance at work is an essential job function

Here's where you'll work:Colorado Springs Downtown Headquarters / Hybrid Regular travel required to other USOPC locations (ex. Colorado Springs, CO Training Center, Lake Placid, NY, Training Center, etc.) based on assigned departments. Travel in the first 6-12 months is expected to be more frequent and a regular cadence will be established based on department needs. Here's some more information you need to know:

• Hiring pay range $90,000 - $95,000 per year.
• This Full-Time, Exempt position is intended to work 40 hours per week.
• Bonus: This position will be eligible for the Annual Incentive Award Program, which has a 15% target. The USOPC may change or eliminate this program at any time at its sole discretion. 
• Benefits: This position will be eligible for USOPC benefits. You can view a summary here.

This job posting will close 12:00pm MT on 6/6/2026