Senior Human Resources Business Partner

City of University Park • University Park, TX

29d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Sr. Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for performing a wide range of duties related to the functions of the Human Resources department. The Sr. HR Business Partner serves as the primary liaison between Human Resources and assigned departments; ensures consistent application of people-focused policies, processes, and systems; provides credible guidance and consultative services related to local, state, and federal employment regulations, and focuses on service alignment, risk reduction, and compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field required.
• Five years of previous Human Resources Generalist experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and guidelines pertaining to employment.
• Ability to understand and analyze data while utilizing critical thinking skills to gain an understanding of the city and its needs.
• Ability to act as a thought leader on initiatives to identify, evaluate, and participate in human resources policy and program development in partnership with the HR team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align HR programs with city objectives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License required.

Nice To Haves

• PHR, SPHR or other HR certification.
• Experience in municipal government.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic, embedded advisor to leaders, shaping people strategies that directly influence city success.
• Partner with assigned departments to deliver forward-thinking HR solutions, to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
• Bend deep HR expertise with strong business acumen to guide staff through complex workforce needs, elevate the employee experience, and support operational excellence.
• Make recommendations for progressive discipline and support the development and delivery of documentation.
• Lead and participate in HR projects, ensuring successful delivery within timelines and budget.
• Ensure compliance with all HR policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assist with the administration of leave-of-absence programs, employee and retiree benefit programs, workers’ compensation programs, annual enrollment and wellness programs.
• Manage investigations end-to-end, including intake meetings, background research, investigative interviews, report creation, and debrief meetings with leadership.
• Organize and facilitate interview debriefs and be a trusted voice in critical conversations that facilitate and drive decision-making.
• Provide consultative support in assessing individual and departmental performance needs.
• Assist in the design, implementation and evaluation of programs that engage employees in individual and departmental performance management that reflects the objectives of the city.
• Design, develop and facilitate training programs.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify knowledge and skills gaps and develop appropriate training programs to address them.
• Create and maintain training materials, and deliver training sessions in a variety of formats.

Benefits

• Assist with the administration of leave-of-absence programs, employee and retiree benefit programs, workers’ compensation programs, annual enrollment and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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