Human Resources Business Partner

About the Company

Folklore Event Rentals is a fast-expanding event rental and design business based in Southern California. The company creates refined, memorable experiences for weddings, corporate functions, and special events through a curated collection of furniture, décor, tabletop items, and other event essentials.

With a team of about 90 people, the organization blends an entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on operational discipline, teamwork, and excellent client service. It is in a period of active growth and change, giving employees the chance to have real influence, help define how the business develops, and contribute to a culture centered on creativity, ownership, and ongoing improvement. The environment suits someone who thrives in a fast-moving, hands-on setting where fresh ideas, collaboration, and practical problem-solving are valued and where individual contributions can shape future success.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner will act as a trusted advisor to leaders across the company, supporting the development of a high-performing, engaged, and accountable workforce. The role is responsible for advancing people-focused initiatives that back business growth, improve leadership capability, strengthen employee performance, and support a healthy workplace culture.

This position works closely with management to address workforce issues, grow talent, improve retention, and increase organizational effectiveness. It combines strategic judgment with hands-on execution and is important in helping the company scale while preserving a strong employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with leaders to connect people strategies to business priorities and operational targets.
• Coach managers on performance expectations, accountability, communication, and team development.
• Lead workforce initiatives that support expansion and long-term business success.
• Spot opportunities to improve organizational performance, employee engagement, and leadership influence.
• Handle employee relations concerns and workplace investigations.
• Support managers with performance management, corrective action, and conflict resolution.
• Help ensure workplace policies and employment practices are applied consistently and fairly.
• Analyze patterns in employee issues and recommend proactive steps to improve performance and retention.
• Partner with leaders on hiring, talent development, and retention of strong performers.
• Assist with recruitment for critical roles and workforce planning efforts.
• Support leadership development and manager training initiatives.
• Help build career growth paths that encourage internal mobility and employee advancement.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Advise on policies, employee relations matters, leaves of absence, and day-to-day employment practices.
• Contribute to policy updates and help educate managers on HR standards.
• Identify employment-related risks and support mitigation efforts.
• Promote engagement, communication, recognition, and retention programs.
• Help reinforce a workplace culture aligned with the company’s values and standards of excellence.
• Work with leaders to build an environment where employees feel respected, supported, and motivated to perform.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Between 5 and 8 years of progressive experience in Human Resources.
• Background supporting operational, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, construction, hospitality, or similar environments.
• Strong experience in employee relations, performance management, and leadership coaching.
• Working knowledge of California employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to influence leaders and drive positive business and people outcomes.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities.
• Preferred credentials include SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
• Experience working with a growing organization is preferred.
• Experience delivering leadership development or management training is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish is preferred.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $120,000. Compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and the ability to partner effectively with leaders, improve employee relations, and support organizational growth.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, on-site position in Oceanside, California. The role is designed for someone who can balance strategic HR partnership with practical execution in a growing business environment.

No details were provided for openings, start date, or application deadline.

No separate perks, stipend, or internship duration were specified in the source.