HR Business Partner I

Human Resources Business

Partner

Location: Monticello, FL (Preferred) or Marianna, FL

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

Status: Exempt

Grow Your HR Career While Making a Difference

Northwest Florida Farm Credit is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Human Resources team. This role offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted partner to employees and leaders while supporting a wide range of HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits administration, training and development, compliance, payroll support, and employee engagement.

If you are passionate about helping people succeed, thrive in a collaborative environment, and enjoy balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on HR support, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Northwest Florida Farm Credit?

We believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your financial, professional, and personal well-being, including:

• Up to 9% employer contribution to your 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and 12 paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A collaborative and mission-driven work environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

To learn more about Farm Credit of Northwest Florida's benefits package, visit our careers page at Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Careers .

What You'll Do

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Coordinate recruiting activities in partnership with hiring managers and external recruiting resources.
• Support workforce planning initiatives and staffing needs across the organization.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and new hire integration activities.
• Manage employee offboarding processes, including exit interviews and separation administration.

Employee Relations

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.
• Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance-related issues.
• Promote positive working relationships and a culture of accountability and respect.

Benefits & HR Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs and support open enrollment activities.
• Assist employees with benefit-related questions and issue resolution.
• Maintain employee records and HR systems while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Learning & Development

• Manage training assignments and learning programs through the Learning Management System (Cornerstone/Career Café).
• Coordinate employee development initiatives, training events, and leadership development programs.
• Monitor course participation and support organizational learning objectives.

Compliance & Reporting

• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and trend analyses.
• Assist with audits, reporting requirements, and policy administration.

Employee Engagement

• Help coordinate employee recognition, wellness, mentoring, internship, and engagement programs.
• Support employee events and initiatives that strengthen organizational culture and employee satisfaction.
• Assist with employee surveys and action-planning efforts.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Three to five years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, payroll support, and general HR operations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms, Microsoft Office applications, and workforce reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional proficiency in English required.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Experience conducting employee relations investigations.
• Experience preparing workforce analytics and HR metrics.
• Experience supporting employee engagement and organizational development initiatives.

Certifications

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification required at hire or obtained within one year of employment.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or other HR-related certifications preferred.

Ready to Apply?

Join a team dedicated to serving rural communities, supporting agricultural and consumer lending, and building an exceptional employee experience throughout the Association.

Explore career opportunities and apply online at Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Careers .

Since 1916, Farm Credit has been a reliable source of credit for rural America. At Farm Credit of Northwest Florida, we’re more than a lender—we’re a partner in helping people live, work, or play in the country.

We are committed to providing a purpose-driven work environment for our employees and outstanding service to our member-borrowers.

• Competitive compensation
• Top-rated benefits program
• Training and development opportunities

A culture of giving back

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Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans and individuals with disabilities.