Human Resources Partner

Join Tessera and make a difference.

Tessera is a national leader in creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are a dynamic and growing organization of social entrepreneurs dedicated to building strong communities and delivering exceptional service.

About Tessera:

• A recognized leader in inclusive employment and workforce development.

• A mission-driven team of innovative and passionate professionals.

• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and the District of Columbia, with a workforce of more than 2,000 employees.

• Committed to providing outstanding customer experiences across all service lines.

• Focused on supporting employee growth through robust training, development, and support programs.

Our Bremerton, Washington Home Office supports nationwide operations with a highly skilled and motivated team specializing in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more.

Location: Bremerton, Washington

Type: Exempt

Compensation: $80,169 - $92,950

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs)

As a Human Resources Partner, you'll… Tessera’s HR Partner will provide support to the Senior HR Business Partner, including supporting HR initiatives, providing guidance and coaching to home office employees and Site Managers on employee relations, recruitment, performance management and labor relations. HR Partner’s must also exemplify Tessera’s culture, values and commitment to excellence.

• Provides professional and knowledgeable HR guidance and support to ensure Tessera’s policies, Collective Bargaining Agreements and federal, state employment laws are interpreted and implemented fairly and consistently.

• Mentor and educate managers to identify available courses of action and how to communicate with employees on employee relations issues.

• Performs day-to-day HR Partner duties for the Tessera Home Office and Administrative staff.

• Coordinates with HR Partners and Recruiters to ensure operational support is delivered in a timely and professional manner.

• Has a thorough understanding of business goals. Develops, researches and recommends new approaches, policies and processes, to effect continual improvements in efficiency and accuracy of processes and services provided.

• Communicates proactively with HR team members and promotes transparency. Effectively communicate strategic HR and Recruitment initiatives across all levels of the organization.

• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements and laws for federal, state, local and government contractors to ensure compliance. Works with legal counsel as needed.

• Provide counsel on applicable employment laws, rules, policies, program requirements and options; analyze, interpret and apply complex human resource rules in resolving problems; work with managers on union issues, staffing plans, classification, compensation, performance management, grievance resolution, disability accommodation, etc.

• Review requests for exceptions to policies and procedures; provides recommendations on best courses of action.

• Collaborate with Recruiting Manager to mentor managers on writing job descriptions, disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, coaching documents, performance management reviews and termination letters to ensure Tessera’s position is accurately and professionally communicated.

• Investigates, documents and responds to complex complaints, grievances, harassment allegations, and Human Rights Commission or EEOC complaints in partnership with HR leadership.

• Assist in ensuring recruitment methodologies and hiring practices follow government regulations and organizational policies and procedures.

• Work closely with the Senior HR Business Partner regarding discipline, performance improvement plans, and potential separation of employment for employees that have performance or employee relations issues that may be related to their disabilities.

• Conduct and/or assist HR Partners with presentations, trainings and workshops regarding Human Resource and Recruitment functions, Workday processes, laws, procedures, and other organizational development efforts. Create and update training guides and presentations.

• Travel expectations: Hybrid office/remote schedule available. Periodic travel to different Tessera locations to perform HR functions including out of state travel.

• All Other Duties as Assigned.

You'd make an excellent Human Resources Partner if you:

• Consider yourself a people person.

• Love working on collaborative teams.

• Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.

• Take pride in your work.

• Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Tessera Human Resources Partner:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred.

• 3 - 5 years of experience in Human Resources or similar experience is required.

• Combination of education and experience will be considered.

• SHRM or HRCI Certification is preferred.

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

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*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.

Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. 

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email [email protected].