POSITION TITLE: PAC Business Partner

DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: People and Culture

REPORTS TO: VP of People and Culture

STATUS: Regular, Full-Time, Exempt

LOCATION: Washington, DC preferred (hybrid); other states considered: AK, CA, FL, MD, OR, TX, WA, WV or VA

ABOUT OCEAN CONSERVANCY

Ocean Conservancy works to protect the ocean from today’s greatest global challenges. Together with our partners, we create evidence-based solutions for a healthy ocean and the wildlife and communities that depend on it.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled PAC Business Partner to oversee day-to-day HR operations, drive key initiatives, and support organizational goals through effective HR management.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage daily HR operations, including policy guidance, employee relations, and compliance.
• Partner with management to align HR practices with organizational strategies and objectives.
• Oversee recruitment processes, including collaborating with hiring managers, screening candidates, and ensuring a seamless hiring experience.
• Manage employee onboarding and coordinate training and development programs.
• Develop and implement process improvements across HR functions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support management with employee performance reviews and assist in creating performance improvement plans.
• Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local HR laws and regulations.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in human resources, with a focus on management and process improvement.
• Proven expertise in HR principles and practices, including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data and drive strategic HR initiatives.

COMPENSATION

Ocean Conservancy is committed to equity in its pay practices and posts expected salary ranges for each of its positions. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s specialty skills, years of experience, location, and unique background. The expected salary range is $72,035 to $105,878. We would welcome the opportunity to connect with potential candidates whose salary requirements may be outside of the expected range.

HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ocean Conservancy embraces a hybrid work environment, which allows our staff the flexibility to work virtually and in-person while building strong connections across the institution.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Ocean Conservancy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We encourage applicants who have a diverse level and range of relevant skills and experiences to apply. A 100% match is not required. We want to support employees’ career growth and in return, our employees help Ocean Conservancy grow into a stronger, more inclusive institution.