HR Business Partner

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! 

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.  

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: 

• Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

• Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

• Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

• Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

• Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for this position is April 21, 2026. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if necessary.

Partners with exhibition/site leadership to execute HR strategies that strengthen talent, culture, and operational performance. Acts as a trusted advisor and hands-on practitioner across employee relations, talent acquisition, development, and HR programs to create a positive, productive workplace.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership; provide coaching on performance, feedback, and org effectiveness.

• Lead employee relations: conduct objective investigations, ensure timely follow-up and documentation, and uphold non-retaliation.

• Drive engagement: improve relationships, morale, productivity, and retention through data-informed actions.

• Own non-exempt recruiting within the site/line of business; partner with corporate recruiting on exempt roles.

• Provide HR policy guidance and location-specific interpretation; ensure consistent, compliant application.

• Support union matters (where applicable): interpret and implement the collective bargaining agreement for bargaining-unit employees.

• Plan and deliver on-site HR programming: new-hire orientation, HR trainings, outreach activities.

• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (Comp, Benefits, L&OD, Payroll) to resolve employee inquiries and implement programs.

• Lead/represent the site in HR programs: performance reviews, merit/spot bonuses, step progression, DEI programming, and career pathing.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and EHS/OSHA requirements.

• Maintain a strong connection to frontline teams (e.g., job shadowing, floor walks, manager-on-duty rotations).

• Manage on-site HR support staff; build efficient processes and service levels aligned to peak operations.

• Track and report HR metrics; recommend continuous improvements to meet business goals.
   

• 5+ years in an HR Business Partner or comparable HR role supporting operational teams.

• 3+ years managing complex employee relations cases and conducting investigations.

• Experience with union workforces.

• Experience supporting 100+ employees, ideally in a stand-alone/site HR capacity.

• Working knowledge of leave administration and ADA interactive processes.

• Demonstrated success partnering with leaders to drive performance, development, and change.

• Excellent communication (written, verbal, presentation) and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong judgment, confidentiality, and problem-solving; organized and detail-oriented.

• Proficiency with HRIS and collaboration tools (e.g., Workday; Google/Microsoft suites; recruiting platforms).

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional nights, weekends, and holidays during peak operations.

• Preferred: HR certification; experience in hospitality, attractions, or themed entertainment.
   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and scanners. This position also works in an indoor setting with exposure to noisy environments, dim lighting, strong visual effects including strobing lights, special effects, fog machines and small and/ or enclosed spaces. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/slides/elevators, and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employee may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may  include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule; occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required as job duties demand.

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

This position does not require travel.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.  

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HDHP*

• Dental and Vision Insurance*

• HSA, HRA, and FSA options*

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Company paid Life Insurance Policy and Disability Coverage(s)*

• Voluntary Critical Illness and Life Insurance Policies*

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch and Cafes

• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

*Regular or Project Based Full-time positions

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.