HR Business Partner (Hybrid)

County of Wake, NC•Raleigh, NC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wake County's Human Resources Department is seeking an HR Business Partner to support the Planning & Development Services Department. In this impactful role, you will partner with a mission-driven team focused on guiding responsible growth, strengthening community development, and delivering high-quality services. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape organizational success through strategic HR leadership. As a strategic partner to department leadership, you’ll work across multiple HR program areas, emphasizing collaboration and alignment with organizational goals: Manager Consultation & HR Guidance: Conduct regular meetings with managers to provide HR consultation, policy interpretation, guidance, and support Talent Acquisition Support: Partner with hiring managers to understand position needs and submit requisitions, collaborating closely with the Talent Acquisition team to drive hiring efforts and support recruitment activities Classification & Salary Administration: Liaise between hiring managers and Compensation Consultants to coordinate classification requests, finalize offer ranges, and ensure accurate job descriptions Onboarding & HR Logistics: Manage new hire orientations, paperwork, and related department-specific logistics to ensure a seamless employee transition Employee Engagement & Retention: Collaborate with leadership to strengthen employee engagement, retention, and change-readiness across the department Organizational Development & Workforce Planning: Support department leaders by building leadership capability, coordinating targeted training, and advancing workforce planning and analysis aligned to department goals Additionally, you will analyze HR metrics and trends in partnership with central HR to provide data driven insights and recommendations. Your role is essential in aligning HR strategies with business goals to strengthen department performance and enhance the overall employee experience. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, with team members typically spending at least two days a week in the office for collaboration and connection. About Our Team Wake County’s Human Resources Department partners closely with county leadership to deliver innovative, results-driven, and customer-focused HR programs and services. With a team of over 70 dedicated professionals, we provide a wide range of support including Benefits and Employee Wellness, Recruitment, Rewards and Recognition, Employee Relations, Training, and more. Our department is consistently recognized for excellence in wellness and talent management. Through forward-thinking strategies that serve as industry models, we've helped position Wake County as a national leader in public sector HR. Honors such as the Healthiest Employer Hall of Fame and the Agency Award for Excellence reflect our commitment to creating a thriving workplace. We invite you to explore our competitive benefits package, which includes a 5% 401(k) contribution and free access to the Employee Health Center. Join us in building a stronger, healthier, and more innovative Wake County. About Planning & Development Services Planning & Development Services guides responsible growth in Wake County by administering regulations related to land use, development, and building safety. The department oversees key functions including permitting and inspections, planning and zoning, stormwater, and watershed management. It also collaborates with regional partners and engages the community to support well planned development throughout the county. What Makes Wake Great Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. In Fall 2026, two at-large seats will be added for nine total commissioners. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2026 General Fund budget is approximately $2.1 billion, and the County has over 5,100 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field
Three years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or equivalent role(s)
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into HR strategy
In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, policies, and employment laws
Collaborative communicator skilled in building relationships and fostering trusted partnerships
High integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information
Strategic problem solver with a proactive approach to addressing HR challenges
Demonstrated experience in employee engagement and workforce planning
Detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage complex administrative tasks related to recruitment, onboarding, employee data, and compliance

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Manager, supporting a broad range of HR programs and initiatives within local government or a large organization with complex HR requirements
Knowledge of local government planning, zoning, permitting, inspections, development services, or similar operational areas
Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, IPMA-CP, IPMA-SCP, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP

Responsibilities

Conduct regular meetings with managers to provide HR consultation, policy interpretation, guidance, and support
Partner with hiring managers to understand position needs and submit requisitions, collaborating closely with the Talent Acquisition team to drive hiring efforts and support recruitment activities
Liaise between hiring managers and Compensation Consultants to coordinate classification requests, finalize offer ranges, and ensure accurate job descriptions
Manage new hire orientations, paperwork, and related department-specific logistics to ensure a seamless employee transition
Collaborate with leadership to strengthen employee engagement, retention, and change-readiness across the department
Support department leaders by building leadership capability, coordinating targeted training, and advancing workforce planning and analysis aligned to department goals
Analyze HR metrics and trends in partnership with central HR to provide data driven insights and recommendations
Align HR strategies with business goals to strengthen department performance and enhance the overall employee experience