TwinSpires · 7 hours ago
Human Resources Business Partner
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expTwinSpires is the premier online horse racing wagering platform in the United States. The HR Business Partner serves as an on-site consultant to leaders and employees, providing support for employee relations, investigations, staffing, and policy compliance while driving engagement and inclusion initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Consult with leaders on org design, headcount planning, succession planning, and skills gaps; use people data to recommend actions that advance business goals
Coach leaders on goal setting, feedback, documentation, and consistent application of performance processes; guide corrective action and PIPs aligned with policy and law
Lead prompt, impartial investigations; document findings; recommend fair, consistent outcomes; mitigate risk in alignment with EEO, anti-retaliation, and company policy
Facilitate the ADA interactive process (analyze essential functions, gather relevant documentation, evaluate reasonable accommodations, track effectiveness). Coordinate FMLA, state/local leaves, and workers’ comp with benefits/LOA administrators; ensure timely notices and confidentiality
Partner with hiring managers on requisitions, interview calibration, selection, and offers; ensure compliant, inclusive hiring practices and high-quality, market-aligned job postings
Advise on offers, promotions, internal equity, and partner with HR Director on range placement and adjustments
Interpret and communicate HR policies and legal requirements (Title VII, ADA/ADAAA, FMLA, FLSA, state/local); deliver manager training (e.g., anti-harassment, documentation, accommodation duties)
Drive survey action plans, recognition, and initiatives that build a respectful, high-trust culture
Monitor KPIs (turnover, time-to-fill, engagement, ER trends,); translate insights into actions and measure outcomes
Other duties as assigned consistent with the role’s purpose
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and directly related HR experience
3–5+ years of progressive HR experience, including 2+ years supporting client groups as a Generalist or HRBP
Demonstrated experience with employee-relations investigations, documentation, and consistent outcomes
Working knowledge of ADA/ADAAA and the interactive process; coordination of FMLA and applicable state/local leaves (partnering with LOA/benefits administrators)
Practical knowledge of employment laws (Title VII, FLSA/wage-hour, EEO, I-9/E-Verify; state/local)
Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft 365; ability to interpret HR metrics (turnover, time-to-fill, ER trends) and recommend actions
Strong communication, coaching, and influence skills; proven discretion with confidential/sensitive matters
Exceptional written and verbal communication, including clear investigation summaries, policy guidance, and manager coaching; able to influence without authority and tailor messages to diverse audiences
Demonstrated skill conducting prompt, impartial investigations; evaluating evidence; documenting findings; and recommending consistent outcomes while guarding against retaliation
Working knowledge of ADA/ADAAA and the interactive process (analyzing essential functions, evaluating reasonable accommodations, tracking effectiveness). Coordination familiarity with FMLA, state/local leaves, and workers' compensation
Practical understanding of Title VII, FLSA (wage/hour), EEO, I-9/E-Verify, and applicable state/local laws; ability to interpret and apply policy and legal requirements in real scenarios (union/NLRA awareness if applicable)
Ability to coach leaders on feedback, documentation, corrective action, and performance improvement plans; promotes fair, consistent application of standards
Comfort with internal equity, range placement, offer guidance, and pay transparency expectations in relevant jurisdictions
Ability to interpret HR metrics (turnover, time-to-fill, ER themes, engagement), draw insights, and recommend actions; proficient in Excel/Sheets (lookups, pivots) and HRIS reporting
Partners on restructures, role design, and communication/adoption plans; drives continuous improvement
Strong relationship-building and service mindset with employees, managers, and cross-functional partners; balances empathy with sound judgment
Exercises discretion with sensitive information; maintains medical/accommodation records consistent with ADA confidentiality requirements
Excellent planning, time management, and attention to detail across multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient with Microsoft 365 and HR systems; comfortable learning new tools and using collaboration platforms (Teams/Slack)
Company
TwinSpires
TwinSpires is owned and operated by Churchill Downs, Inc., the home of the world-famous Kentucky Derby.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase