People Business Partner

Flexible Location 

This position will be based in a home office anywhere in the U.S. Occasional travel for team and organizational meetings is required. 

WHO WE ARE 

TNTP is the nation's preeminent education nonprofit that brings research, policy, and consulting together to meet the needs and aspirations of young people, families, communities, and the nation. We are educators, researchers, and innovators working to ensure every young person has the chance to reach their full potential, every educator and leader is set up for success, and every community has the resources necessary to connect young people to paths of opportunity. 

We work at every level of the PK-12 system, side by side with educators, system leaders, and communities across 41 states and more than 4,000 systems nationwide to reach ambitious goals for student success. Our vision pushes beyond school walls, catalyzing cross-sector collaboration to create pathways for young people to achieve academic, economic, and social mobility. 

Learn more about us, what we do, and working here.  

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

As a People Business Partner (PBP) you will serve as a strategic partner to people leaders in the organization while also leading a major area of functional responsibility within the Talent Management & Development portfolio. The PBP plays a pivotal role supporting the launch and success of this new function and the success of the broader People and Culture team.   

As a PBP, you will partner closely with TNTP’s people leaders to align talent strategies with business priorities, advise on team design and address workforce challenges and opportunities.   

At TNTP, People Business Partners also lead the design and implementation of enterprise‑wide talent solutions related to workforce planning, compliance, employee relations, and learning and development. These solutions strengthen TNTP’s people systems and advance organizational priorities. 

Specific responsibilities will vary, but may include: 

Strategic Partnership 

• Serve as the primary partner to senior leaders within assigned divisions, offering insight and guidance on people strategies that drive impact, organizational effectiveness, and long‑term sustainability. 

• Act as a trusted thought partner, leveraging data, trends, and best practices to inform leadership decisions and strengthen people management across the organization. 

Talent Solutions 

• Design and implement enterprise talent solutions aligned to organizational and business needs, including workforce planning, succession planning, performance management, and career development. 

• Partner with leaders to assess capability needs, identify skill gaps, and co‑create initiatives that build organizational capacity. 

Employee Relations 

• Serve as the primary People & Culture resource for employee relations matters within assigned teams, applying consistency and sound judgment. 

• Conduct fair, thorough, and timely investigations into complaints, conflicts, and policy concerns, ensuring alignment with organizational values and legal requirements. 

Performance Management 

• Partner with managers to set clear performance expectations and strengthen their ability to provide coaching, feedback, and recognition. 

• Advise leaders on readiness assessments, leadership development opportunities, and career progression pathways. 

Change Management 

• Lead and contribute to initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and promote a positive workplace culture. 

• Partner with leaders to design and implement change management strategies and communications that enable smooth transitions and adoption of new practices. 

Talent Operations 

• Partner closely with Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Change Management, and Analytics, to ensure cohesive and consistent delivery of People & Culture programs. 

• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure compliant and effective talent processes. 

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS 

We are looking for a candidate to possess the following skills and expertise: 

• 6 to 8 years relevant work experience in talent and human resources, employee relations, people operations or related People function and 4+ years supervisory/management experience. 

• Knowledge of emerging trends in future of work, including workforce automation, AI applications in HR and digital collaboration tools. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision making. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment. 

• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite. 

• Experience using Workday, strongly preferred. 

The salary range for this position is ($108,320 - $162,480). New hires can typically expect a starting salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint ($108,320-$135,400), in alignment with experience, qualifications, and our commitment to equity in compensation.    

TNTP also offers a compelling overall Total Rewards package, including competitive mid-market salaries, generous PTO, and comprehensive benefits, with a range of plans and programs designed to support the physical, mental, and financial wellness of employees and their dependents. We suggest learning more about our benefits! (Spoiler alert: we’re closed the last two weeks of December). 

We also ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation for the interview process. Email talent@tntp.org to request accommodation.   

HOW TO APPLY 

Submit your resume online through Workday. In your application, we will also ask you to answer brief questions about your interest in TNTP; your “why” matters to us!  

If you’re eager, you can preview here what to expect after you apply, and we’ll be in touch soon!   

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