HR Business Partner

Central New Mexico Community College•Albuquerque, NM

18d

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Director of Human Resources (HR) Operations, the HR Business Partner supports the implementation of HR programs and strategies designed to achieve business objectives and enhance organizational effectiveness across the workforce. The position serves as a liaison between Human Resources and enterprise clients, fostering strong partnerships and representing the HR function in support of CNM’s Strategic Plan. The role supports assigned client departments and divisions across the employee life cycle, including change management, culture, compensation and rewards, performance management, talent management and development, staffing and recruitment, organizational design, employee relations, and business and program analysis. It works closely with client groups and HR subject matter experts to develop and implement programs and strategies aligned with department priorities, and provides guidance to HR colleagues to support effective, timely service. The position participates in HR planning, maintains visibility in assigned locations, and regularly meets with employees and managers to communicate programs and understand organizational changes, climate, priorities, and challenges. It monitors staffing needs and partners with Talent Acquisition on recruitment plans; coordinates or delivers training and development; coordinates the annual ROC performance review process; conducts organizational reviews; and works with Compensation on consistent job classifications and pay levels. It also supports FMLA, ADA, Workers Compensation, and employee-relations and performance-management matters for assigned client groups, and partners with HRIT to ensure data integrity and timely, accurate administrative work. The position works under the general supervision of the Director of HR Operations, with assignments established through communication of priorities, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or an associate's degree and five years of relevant experience, or seven years of progressive HR experience including at least two years of supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of HR Operations in delivering and implementing core HR programs and processes across the employee life cycle.
Support change management, culture management, compensation and rewards, performance management, talent management and development, staffing and recruitment, organizational design, employee relations, and business and program analysis.
Partner with client groups and HR subject matter experts to develop and implement HR programs and strategies aligned with department priorities.
Provide direction and guidance to HR colleagues executing HR policies and procedures, ensuring HR services are effective and timely.
Participate in HR department planning and work with the HR Leadership Team to identify short- and long-term HR requirements.
Maintain visibility in assigned locations and meet regularly with employees and managers to communicate HR programs and stay informed about organizational changes, climate, priorities, and challenges.
Monitor and anticipate staffing requirements for assigned client groups in partnership with Talent Acquisition, and develop recruitment plans that support department objectives.
Work with Learning and Organization Development to deliver or coordinate training and development programs, conduct needs assessments, and suggest HR program modifications as needed.
Coordinate the annual ROC performance review process for assigned clients and assist employees in developing measurable, relevant objectives.
Conduct organizational reviews and work with Compensation to ensure consistent job classifications and pay levels.
Identify skills needs and gaps and initiate action to address them.
Support FMLA, ADA, Workers Compensation, employee-relations, and performance-management issues for assigned client groups.
Work with HRIT to ensure data is complete, accurate, and timely and administrative functions are completed accurately and promptly.
Perform other related duties as assigned.