HR Talent Partner

Universities of Wisconsin • Green Bay, WI

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Talent Partner (HR Generalist) serves as a trusted advisor to colleges and departments, this position delivers both consultative and transactional HR support across the full employee lifecycle—helping to recruit, develop, engage, and retain a diverse and high-performing workforce. Through close partnership with leaders, the HR Talent Partner supports key institutional priorities by fostering an inclusive, people-centered culture that empowers employees to thrive, strengthens organizational effectiveness, and advances the university’s vision of being a catalyst for innovation and regional growth. In this dynamic role, the HR Talent Partner coordinates day-to-day HR functions including employee relations, performance management, recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, FMLA administration, learning and development, and employee engagement, while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. The position also provides guidance, resolves workplace concerns, facilitates training, contributes to policy development, and represents Human Resources across the institution—while also leading programs aligned with individual expertise. Guided by UW-Green Bay’s core values—Advance Fearlessly, Empower Success, Provision Access, Build Community, and Express Gratitude—the HR Talent Partner helps create an environment where employees feel supported, valued, and inspired. Together, We Rise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience at time of application
• Experience in human resources or related field
• Working knowledge of desktop hardware and business software programs (e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint)
• Experience utilizing a Human Resources Information System (e.g. PeopleSoft, Workday, etc.)
• Public speaking and/or training experience
• Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service with a proven ability to build, maintain, and strengthen professional relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education or similar work environment
• Bilingual, preferably in Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or Oneida
• Experience using sound judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting laws, rules, policies and/or procedures
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality and high standards of ethics and fairness in the execution of position responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting organizational efforts to create and nurture an engaging and welcoming work community
• Knowledge of conflict resolution strategies, including experience coaching, guiding, and/or advising supervisors and employees
• Experience with change management, business process review, and/or new system implementation.
• Experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline processes, and drive business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Receives, responds to, and resolves employee questions and problems
• Independently facilitate institution-wide programs in specialty areas based upon skills, interest, and expertise.
• Represents unit/program at institutional workshops, informational meetings, and training sessions
• Provides advice and consultation, performs transactional activities, maintains personnel files, develops communications and materials, and facilitates training for assigned group(s) through various mediums for HR activities across the entire employee career lifecycle.
• Contributes to the development, implementation, interpretation, and revision of work unit Human Resources policies and procedures according to institutional and legal rules and regulations
• Executes and audits work transactions and changes adhering to established policies and procedures to meet anticipated deadlines

Benefits

• Several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family.
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Several life insurance options
• AD&D and Accident insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
• 9 legal holidays
• 36 hours of personal holiday
• 96-130 hours of sick leave annually
• Paid parental leave
• 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level