Human Resources Partner

State of Montana•Helena, MT

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This centralized State Human Resources Division position within the Department of Administration provides direct human resources support to the Department of Commerce. The successful candidate will work onsite at the Department of Commerce and support its employees. The role provides strategic guidance and operational expertise across a wide range of HR functions, partnering with managers and employees to address workforce needs, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and regulations. The position advises on performance management, recruitment and selection, employee relations, job classification, and organizational change. It conducts investigations, develops job announcements and descriptions, analyzes workforce data, and recommends actions to support informed decision-making. The HR Partner builds effective working relationships through coaching, HR training, and support for managers applying sound HR practices, including documentation and disciplinary procedures. The role is embedded within the Department of Commerce.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of core human resources functions, including recruitment and selection, compensation and classification, performance management, corrective and disciplinary processes, workplace safety, and ADA/FMLA administration.
Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters appropriately.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage work effectively amid competing demands and deadlines.
Ability to influence outcomes by building effective working relationships and using HR expertise, data, and evidence-based recommendations.
Critical thinking skills, including the ability to assess risk, evaluate options, and determine when flexibility is appropriate within established guidelines.

Responsibilities

Provide direct human resources support to Department of Commerce employees.
Advise managers and employees on performance management, recruitment and selection, employee relations, job classification, and organizational change.
Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and regulations.
Conduct investigations.
Develop job announcements and job descriptions.
Analyze workforce data and provide recommendations to support informed decision-making.
Coach managers and employees and deliver HR training.
Support managers in applying HR practices, including documentation and disciplinary procedures.