Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Sr HR Business Partner in Sonora, California. The Sr HR Business Partner will collaborate with human resource partners to provide targeted consulting to management/supervisors for an assigned area and assist in developing proactive people strategies. The role will also involve implementing strategies to support needs across the department and assisting with various system-wide programs. Responsibilities: • Collaborate with communities of expertise (COE) and management to identify management/employee needs. • Work directly with senior and middle operational management to operationalize people strategies developed by HR leaders. • Provide front line direction, guidance, and support for local management around initiatives, workforce planning, employment needs, and onboarding strategies. • Act as a technical subject matter expert in own and possibly related disciplines. • Participate in management department meetings and provide recommendations around implications for department employees. • Identify opportunities to improve team and departmental effectiveness and support more senior Partners in developing solutions in collaboration with and leveraging COE expertise. • Support other HR Partners in local roll-out and implementation of all COE programs, initiatives, policies, protocols, and tools across each of the COEs. • Manage local employee relations issues under guidance from the HR leader and the employee relations COE. • Support the HR leader in local workforce planning, skill requirements gap assessments, and employment strategies in alignment with broader HR Strategy. • Assist in the implementation of system-wide programs including succession planning, performance management, talent development, employee advocacy programs, processes, and total rewards and wellness programs. Requirements • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written • Proven experience in delivering training initiatives • Strong understanding of operations and operational procedures • Ability to develop and implement policy • Strong research skills • Experience in Human Resources (HR) administration • Knowledge of medical coverage policies and procedures • Experience in consulting and providing advice on HR related matters • Proven experience in onboarding new employees • Demonstrated ability in the implementation of HR initiatives • Ability to work effectively with partners and stakeholders • Proven collaboration skills • Knowledge of HR protocols and standards • Experience in managing employee relations • Demonstrated experience in change management • Ability to resolve technical issues • Proven ability to lead special projects • Experience in managing and delivering HR deliverables • Proven experience in performance management • Understanding of equity capital and its implications • Experience in developing and implementing salary structures • Knowledge of acquisitions and their impact on HR • Understanding of wage structures and regulations. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .