HR Leaders - director, Partner Resources (HR) Retail – LA Central California
| Location: | Burbank, CA |
| Type: | Full-time |
| Date Posted: | May 28, 2026 |
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From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and its rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing and supporting partners who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
As a Starbucks director of Partner (Human) Resources you will lead our Partner Resources Organization in developing and driving talent priorities that fuel business growth, unleash leader capability and elevate the experience of our partners (employees). We are looking for someone who leads through our Starbucks Mission & Values and has a track record of achieving excellence through delivering on priorities, problem-solving, building capability and leadership, and developing high performing teams. If hired within this position you will have the fantastic opportunity to immerse and learn our training processes working beside our partners in our retail stores for approximately four months.
As a Director, Partner Resources (HR) Retail, You Will
We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.
Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation or 1(888) 611-2258.
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and its rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing and supporting partners who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
As a Starbucks director of Partner (Human) Resources you will lead our Partner Resources Organization in developing and driving talent priorities that fuel business growth, unleash leader capability and elevate the experience of our partners (employees). We are looking for someone who leads through our Starbucks Mission & Values and has a track record of achieving excellence through delivering on priorities, problem-solving, building capability and leadership, and developing high performing teams. If hired within this position you will have the fantastic opportunity to immerse and learn our training processes working beside our partners in our retail stores for approximately four months.
As a Director, Partner Resources (HR) Retail, You Will
- Advance Business Growth & Organizational Strength:
- Partner with leadership to develop a comprehensive approach to Talent aligned to business strategy and future workforce needs.
- Lead organizational effectiveness strategies and talent and performance management for region.
- Work shoulder-to-shoulder as a business partner and thought leader, seizing opportunities and driving priorities
- Leverage data and insights to assess and drive action to elevate customer and partner experience
- Inspires partners to emotionally connect to and embody our Mission & Values
- Ensures inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility are integrated into talent practices at all levels
- Serves as a balanced advocate for all partners
- Leads with a growth mindset
- Acts as a catalyst for change – sees opportunities and drives improvements
- Coaches partners at all levels to deliver their very best and create meaningful careers
- Lead and develop a team of generalists and cross-functional partners.
- Elevate regional team performance leveraging team development strategies
- Role models personal growth through self-awareness and reflection
- Advanced experience in consulting and working with senior leaders in the design, development, and execution of human resources strategies and initiatives, including change management, training and development, staffing, succession planning, and performance management (8 years)
- Leadership and management skills managing a human resources team with multi-functional generalist accountabilities in the areas of staffing, partner relations, learning and organizational development (8 years)
- Human resource specialist in staffing, compensation, benefits, and employee relations preferred
- Progressive experience providing human resources management services in a high-growth environmentAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
- If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.
We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.
Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation or 1(888) 611-2258.
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