Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

Under general supervision, performs professional support related to aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated District departments/functions; formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the operational objectives of the District.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides professional advice and consultation in regard to the provision of human capital support to designated District departments/functions.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group and customers to develop solutions, programs and policies; maintains knowledge of position control and status of District workforce trends.
• Provides guidance to departments/functions in relation to human resources management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Monitors program compliance with collective bargaining agreements, regulations and standards; evaluates HR programs, and develops recommendations for changes.
• In partnership with Employee Relations staff, manages and resolves employee relations issues and grievances; conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations; provides assistance and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee relations and contract administration issues.
• Provides guidance and input on organizational restructures, workforce planning and succession planning; partners with Compensation staff on job changes, job creation and market analysis processes.
• Partners with HR recruiters on search and selection processes, staffing needs and provides feedback on successes and challenges; assists with social media strategies; manages complex and challenging recruitment assignments; coordinates interview, testing and selection; coordinates with hiring managers.
• Conducts organizational studies; researches personnel issues and regulations; conducts surveys of comparable organizations and analyzes results; collects financial, technical and administrative information and compiles data for project reports; may lead an HR team on projects or programs.
• Coordinates cross-training of HR and District staff in a wide variety of technical HR functions; provides specific technical training to staff as directed.
• Participates on a variety of committees and task forces; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resources.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent's goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
• Assists as needed with collective bargaining negotiations and strategy development; accesses highly confidential documents relating to the bargaining process and maintains strict confidentiality of document content and meeting discussions.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Business Administration, or related field; AND Four (4) years of professional Human Resources generalist experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of public human resources administration, including recruitment and selection, job analysis, classification and compensation administration, employee relations.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, and the management of employees.
• Principles and practices of developing teams and managing in a team environment.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Principles and techniques of making effective oral presentations.
• Techniques for working collaboratively with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, occasionally where relations may be confrontational or strained).
• State and Federal laws, statutes, rules, codes and regulations governing HR functions.
• Organizational and functional responsibilities of HR Department work groups.
• Skill in providing professional human resources advice and support in a variety of disciplines and functions.
• Prioritizing multiple tasks, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Answering questions, advising staff, and providing effective customer service on HR issues.
• Collecting and analyzing data and preparing reports.
• Developing effective work teams and motivating individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide customer services in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
• Interpreting, applying and explaining complex federal, state and local laws related to the administration of a public personnel/human resources system.
• Working collaboratively with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

License and certification requirements:

• Minnesota State Driver's License.
• Certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) within one (1) year of date of hire.

Physical demands and working environment:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and phone usage.