NorthStar Clean Energy owns and operates independent power generating plants, natural gas assets and an energy marketing group for the non-utility segment. We are proud of our strong history of reliably serving our utility, municipal, commercial and industrial customers. To learn more about NorthStar Clean Energy, please visit NorthStar Clean Energy

This position is with NorthStar Clean Energy, a CMS Energy company, and is not a position of employment with Consumers Energy.   

We are looking for:

The Principal People & Culture Business Partner will assist the Director of Human Resources NorthStar Clean Energy in the design and execution of new compensation systems, career development programs, leadership and organizational development initiatives, talent management programs and the overall creation of a strong employee value proposition for NorthStar Clean Energy.

Knowledge/skills/and abilities:

• Diagnostic skills with the ability to quickly identify areas of improvement needed in various areas of the Human Resources Function.

• Solid understanding of leading change and change management.

• Collaboration skills, proven success in working with others across the HR Function, Centers of Excellence and business to deliver results.

• The ability to communicate effectively throughout all levels of the organization.

• Planning skills with proven success in project design, planning and execution.

• Influencing skills.

• Prioritization and time management skills.

We encourage you to apply if you have: an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered and reviewed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or Organizational Behavior

• 7+ years of relevant work experience which includes experience working within a large, progressive HR function.  Experience in compensation, performance management, talent management and leadership/organizational development.

Preferred

Master’s in Business Administration or Human Resources

In this role, you will:  

• Provides strategy and coaching to Sr. Managers and Executives with respect to workforce/succession planning, employee retention, employee development and performance management.

• Co-Lead the development of structured performance management processes and then helps administer the processes on an annual basis.

• Research and benchmarks progressive, best-in-class talent management strategies and tools, gains alignment then deploys across the broader NorthStar Business.

• Partner with the Director of Human Resources, Compensation Center of Excellence and consultants to design a compensation strategy and system that aligns with NorthStar’s Business Model. This position may also identify new recognition programs.

• Understand the current/future organizational capability needs of the business and partners with both internal and external partners to create leadership and technical development programs.

• Assist and support the Director of Human Resources with various project as needed.

• Leverage data analytics and culture survey results to understand workforce trends and develops strategies for organizational development or improvement in the culture of NorthStar Clean Energy.

• Lead and drive the implementation of change management activities across assigned business NorthStar Clean Energy.

Why should you join our team?

We offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We’re a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• 401k with company match

• Paid parental leave

• Up to 13 paid Holidays

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. 

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.