Human Resources Consultant

TruStage

Human Resources Consultant providing expert HR operational support and advice at TruStage. Working closely with business managers on employee relations and other HR needs in a hybrid setting.

Posted 5/3/2026full-timeMadison • Iowa, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,100 - $124,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Consults with leaders on day to day HR Operational needs: (45-55%) Investigations, Performance Coaching, Policy Interpretation and Support.
(5%) Terminations & Layoffs, Discipline.
(10%) Collective Bargaining agreement support.
(15-20%) Business-as-usual org design.
(10%) Annual talent processes (performance and talent).
(5-10%) Adhoc/misc requests.
Assists managers with coaching employees’ performance and development planning.
Provides coaching to managers on the corporate performance management process, progressive discipline, termination process, and workplace investigations.
Identifies and analyzes employee relations problems and trends.
Conducts interviews with managers and employees to gather information on employee performance and manager effectiveness.
Assists management in organizational design, talent reviews, and general consulting on HR related issues.
Researches issues and makes recommendations that are consistent with our Code of Conduct, business strategy, company policies, guidelines, and work rules.
Counsels and advises management and employees in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.
Facilitates employee relations discussion between management and employee and steward, when applicable.
Consults with legal counsel and Labor Relations as appropriate.
Participates in HR and business projects serving as the employee relations subject matter expert.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or equivalent work experience
4-6 years in functional management within a core business area or equivalent Human Resources management experience
Prior experience working with Represented Staff preferred
Demonstrated consulting and facilitations skills, including conducting interviews investigations
Demonstrated analytical, conceptual thinking, and quantitative skills
Demonstrated ability to build productive partnerships and collaborate with others
Demonstrated ability to demonstrate consultative skills and act as a trusted confidant
Ability to be flexible and successfully handle conflicting priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply applicable state and federal regulations
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as an effective member of a team
Functional knowledge of relevant Microsoft Office tools (word, excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity of HRIS applications helpful
Professional designation (PHR or SPHR), or ability to obtain within 18 months
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
employee assistance program
life insurance
disability plans
parental leave
paid time off
401k
tuition reimbursement

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Hard Skills & Tools

employee relationsperformance coachingpolicy interpretationorganizational designtalent managementinvestigationscollective bargaininganalytical skillsquantitative skillsconsulting skills

Soft Skills

collaborationflexibilityconflict resolutionconsultative skillsautonomypartnership buildingcommunicationfacilitationconceptual thinkingmanager effectiveness

Certifications

PHRSPHR