Human Resources Business Partner
About The Position
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and operational partner to County leadership by aligning Human Resources practices with organizational goals and departmental needs. This position provides professional-level consultation and leadership in employee relations, investigations, training and development, compliance interpretation, recruitment strategy, employee engagement, and workforce initiatives. The HRBP functions as a trusted advisor to Department Heads, supervisors, and employees; leads complex personnel casework; and recommends practical, risk-aware strategies that strengthen leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, organizational consistency, retention, and overall workplace performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a closely related field preferred. An Associate’s degree in a related field with additional relevant experience may be considered.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources is required, including experience in employee relations, investigations, training, and interpretation/application of employment-related laws and policies.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
- Advanced knowledge of human resources practices including employee relations, performance management, investigations, training, recruitment strategy, and employment compliance.
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and the ability to interpret and apply policy consistently and defensibly.
- Ability to conduct effective, thorough, and objective workplace investigations and prepare clear written findings and recommendations.
- Strong training, facilitation, and coaching skills with the ability to develop leaders and influence positive workplace outcomes.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, manage sensitive situations, and maintain confidentiality as an absolute requirement.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to advise leadership, influence outcomes, and build effective working relationships across departments.
- Ability to manage multiple complex priorities, work independently, and remain effective under pressure in high-stakes situations.
Nice To Haves
- SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Employee Relations & Performance Management
- Training, Leadership Development, and Organizational Effectiveness
- Leave Management
- Investigations and Grievances
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Miscellaneous HR Items
Benefits
- health, dental, life, & vision insurance
- free employee health clinic & Teladoc
- paid holidays, vacation, & sick time
- state of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program
- bonus opportunities
- employee fitness room
- wellness program & wellness reimbursement
- tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
