Job Description

Responsibilities

The People Strategy Partner will serve as a key advisor and consultant to business leaders, aligning people strategies with organizational goals. This role is responsible for driving talent initiatives, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness across the business. This incumbent will collaborate closely with leadership to influence and implement HR strategies that support growth, innovation, and a high-performance culture. This position is not focused on employee relations, but rather on proactive, data-driven, and strategic HR partnership.

This position will cover Colorado Corporate & Pharmacy and Florida Centers, requiring the candidate to reside in Colorado or Florida.

Essential Functions and Work Responsibilities

Functional Category: Strategic Workforce Planning & Organizational Design

Estimated Percent of time Spent 15%

• Partner with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and develop workforce plans that align with long-term goals.
• Lead organizational design initiatives to ensure optimal team structures, role clarity, and scalability.
• Analyze workforce data and trends to inform talent strategies and identify capability gaps, partnering with the Centers of HR Excellence, such as Talent Acquisition, Learning Development, and Compensation.
• Collaborate with Finance and Operations to align headcount planning with budget and business forecasts.
• Support change management efforts related to organizational transformation and growth.
• Facilitate strategic talent reviews and succession planning processes.

Functional Category: Talent Strategy & Leadership DevelopmentEstimated Percent of time Spent 35%

• Champion a coaching-first culture by guiding leaders through Employee Relations matters, ensuring escalation is reserved for complex or unresolved issues.
• Act as a coach and advisor to leaders on leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, and talent development.
• Provide strategic guidance on talent management, including succession planning, high-potential development, and leadership coaching.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to design and execute talent plans and organizational development strategies.
• Partner with leadership to develop hiring and development plans that support business objectives.
• Promote HR best practices across the function and ensure alignment of HR initiatives with enterprise-wide goals.
• Drive communication, education, and change management efforts related to HR capabilities and programs.
• Use data to drive informed decision-making and identify root causes of organizational challenges.

Functional Category: HR Analytics, Culture & Business AlignmentEstimated Percent of time Spent 25%

• Build a strong pool of leaders and managers with the skills and behaviors critical to sustainable growth.
• Partner with business leaders to evolve and embed a culture that engages and inspires employees.
• Lead or advise on large-scale change initiatives including business transformations, restructuring, and organizational development.
• Challenge and influence leadership to elevate HR practices and drive cultural alignment.
• Support DEI initiatives and ensure inclusive practices are embedded in all talent strategies.
• Foster a high-performance, values-driven culture through strategic engagement initiatives.

Functional Category: Stakeholder Engagement & Continuous ImprovementEstimated Percent of time Spent 25%

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with business leaders and HR colleagues.
• Actively participate in strategic planning sessions and business reviews.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and enhance the employee experience.
• Monitor key HR metrics and KPIs to assess the effectiveness of people strategies.
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to inform strategy.
• Use data and analytics to provide insights on workforce trends, engagement, and performance.
• Monitor key HR metrics and KPIs to assess the effectiveness of people strategies.
• Partner with leaders to drive employee engagement and foster a values-driven culture.
• Align HR initiatives with business priorities to enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Serve as a liaison between business units and HR Centers of Excellence to ensure seamless delivery of HR programs.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects that support strategic business goals
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Travel

Estimated Percent of time Spent 75%

• Overnight travel out of state for key leadership meetings, job fairs, or events
• Onsite & in centers 4 days per week.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

REQUIRED

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field or equivalent work experience OR equivalent healthcare HR experience

Work Experience and Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a strategic HRBP role.
• Demonstrated experience in workforce planning, organizational design, and leadership development.

• Professional HR certification (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior stakeholders.

• Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analytics tools.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.

• Even-tempered and able to balance multiple tasks in accordance with changing deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED

Work Experience and Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, PHR or SPHR designation
• Experience in HR within the healthcare sector with 2000+ employee companies

Benefits

InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model.

InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.

Applicants are considered until the position is filled.

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