Field HR Business Partner

Strengthen Culture. Empower People. Support the Mission.

LEHR is the nation's premier provider of mission-critical vehicle upfitting solutions, serving police, fire, EMS, utility and government fleets across the country. Our continued growth is driven by exceptional people, and our field teams need dedicated HR support to keep pace.

This is a newly created role reporting to our Chief Human Resources Officer. As a Field HR Business Partner, you'll be the day-to-day HR resource for leaders and employees across our locations nationwide, and you'll help put in place the policies, processes and compliance practices that support our continued growth. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a direct impact on culture, employee relations, engagement, leadership development and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Field HR Partnership & Employee Relations

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees across multiple locations, providing expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution and corrective action

• Partner with leaders to proactively identify and resolve employee relations issues while minimizing organizational risk

• Coach managers on performance management, documentation, conflict resolution and employee development

• Conduct thorough, impartial investigations into workplace concerns, policy violations and complaints, and recommend appropriate actions

HR Policy, Compliance & Infrastructure

• Help draft, roll out and maintain HR policies, procedures and handbook updates in partnership with the CHRO

• Support compliance with federal, state and local employment laws across a multi-state footprint, including wage and hour, leave, required postings, I-9s and mandatory training

• Apply company policies, procedures and employment practices consistently at every location

• Identify gaps in HR processes and compliance, and recommend and implement practical solutions

• Maintain accurate personnel records and HR documentation, and help manage and optimize HR systems and processes

Culture, Engagement & Growth

• Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, inclusion and open communication across all locations

• Analyze employee relations and turnover trends, and recommend ways to improve retention, engagement and workplace culture

• Coordinate employee engagement, recognition and wellness programs

• Support growth initiatives, change management and succession planning efforts led by the CHRO and leadership team

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant HR experience

• 5–8 years of progressive human resources experience, including HR generalist or HR business partner roles

• Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations issues, performance management and workplace investigations

• Experience helping develop and implement HR policies, procedures or compliance programs

• Strong knowledge of multi-state employment law, compliance and HR best practices

• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and coaching skills

• Ability to influence leaders and build trusted relationships at all levels of the organization

• Organized and dependable, able to manage a varied workload across multiple locations

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism

• Excellent communication and organizational skills; proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office

Preferred

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification

• Experience supporting multi-location, multi-state or manufacturing environments

• Experience supporting hourly and skilled trades workforces

• Experience in a high-growth organization

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $95,000 – $125,000 annually, based on experience and location

• Full-time, exempt

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• 401(k), paid time off and paid holidays

• Ongoing training and professional development

Schedule & Location

This is a field-based role with a hybrid schedule that balances remote work and on-site time at our business locations. Candidates may be based anywhere in the United States, preferably near a major airport or one of our locations. Regular travel to company locations nationwide is required (approximately 75%).

LEHR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.