Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

About the RoleThe Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Senior HRBP) is a strategic partner and functional leader supporting all departments across the Town of Erie. In this influential role, you’ll work closely with leadership to strengthen workforce performance, foster employee engagement, mitigate organizational risk, and ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant HR practices.This role goes beyond the traditional HR Business Partner function. The Senior HRBP independently manages complex employee relations matters, leads sensitive workplace investigations, oversees compliance processes, and provides trusted guidance on high-impact workforce decisions. You’ll bring sound judgment and expertise to ensure HR practices are equitable, consistent, and legally defensible.You’ll also help shape the future of HR by developing scalable processes and supporting organizational initiatives that strengthen how the Town of Erie attracts, supports, develops, and retains its workforce. This role includes the oversight of the Equity Ambassadors Program, including engagement and program effectiveness.Who We Are Looking ForWe’re looking for an experienced, highly trusted HR professional who brings strategic insight, strong judgment, and the confidence to navigate complex and sensitive workplace matters. You are someone who can build strong partnerships with leaders while balancing employee needs, organizational priorities, and legal and regulatory requirements.The ideal candidate is a thoughtful problem-solver who is comfortable working independently, handling challenging employee relations issues, leading workplace investigations, and advising leaders through high-impact decisions. You understand that effective HR is both strategic and practical—and you’re motivated by the opportunity to build better processes, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and make a meaningful difference across the Town of Erie.**Please note: As per our internal policy, applicants who are related to current staff members will be denied placement in regular positions when one relative would have direct access to the employee’s confidential information, including payroll and Human Resources records. For this policy, “relative” is defined as the employee’s spouse, domestic partner, child, parent, parent-in-law, grandparent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, first cousin, sibling, fiancée and equivalent in-laws and step-relatives.Full-Time, SalaryOffer amounts are dependent upon experience.2026 Anticipated Hiring Range$77,985/year - $93,582/year2026 Full Range$77,985/year - $109,179/yearAnticipated Work Schedule: Monday –Friday, 40 hours per week with some nights and weekends as needed. Schedule may vary depending on specific needs.This position requires flexibility and may require you to flex your in-office days to accommodate for meetings and trainings in the Town.Thursdays in-office are required for full HR Team crossover. Either Monday or Friday required and one other day in-office.Work Location: Erie Town Hall (645 Holbrook St)This position is eligible to work remotely two days per week upon successful completion of the probationary period and supervisor approval.Posting Dates: 8/24/26 –9/6/26**All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process once the posting closes.AccommodationsTo review the full job description(s), including a full list of duties and physical & environmental factors, visit our Job Description page here.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at View email address on click.appcast.io and View email address on click.appcast.io And ResponsibilitiesEmployee Relations and Performance ManagementActs as a strategic liaison between Human Resources and departments on complex employee relations matters.Leads and manages high-risk and sensitive employee relations cases, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and misconduct.Conducts end-to-end workplace investigations, including intake, planning, interviews, findings, and recommendations.Serves as the primary escalation point for complex or high-impact employee relation issues.Provides advanced guidance to leadership on performance management, progressive discipline, and documentation standards.Ensures consistent and equitable application of performance management practices across the Town.Develops and maintains performance management processes, SOPs, and tools to support organizational consistency.EEOC/CCRD Compliance and External Compliant ManagementLeads the fill lifecycle management of EEOC/CCRD complaints and external inquiries.Partners with legal counsel to develop response strategies, position statements, and supporting documentation.Ensures compliance with all regulatory timelines and legal requirements.Maintains documentation and processes that support organizational defensibility and risk mitigation.Separation Strategy and Organizational Risk ManagementAdvises leadership on involuntary separations, terminations, and workforce transitions.Develop and recommend separation packages and severance structures in partnership with leadership and legal counsel.Manages communication and execution of sensitive or high-risk separations.Ensures alignment with organizational policies and risk mitigation strategies.Workforce Development and EngagementMeets regularly with department and division leaders to assess operational needs, discuss workforce strategies, and provide HR support.Leads and supports employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies.Provides coaching and resources to leaders to support team development and planning.Identifies trends and opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness and employee experience.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Employee EngagementLeads and advances organizational DEI initiatives and strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational values and compliance considerations.Own and execute the Town’s annual DEI proclamations, including drafting, stakeholder collaboration, and alignment with leadership to ensure thoughtful and complaint representation of organizational values.Oversee and develop the Equity Ambassadors Program, including engagement and program effectiveness.Provides guidance to leaders and staff on inclusive practices, cultural competencies, and equitable workplace behaviors.Leads planning and execution of quarterly Women’s + Luncheons and Town diversity events such as Pride and Erie Fest, including:Vendor coordination and onboardingEvent logistics and facilitationCollaboration with internal stakeholdersEnsuring meaningful and inclusive employee experiencesBalances DEI initiatives with public sector compliance requirements and evolving federal/state guidance.Collaborate with the Grants Department to develop, review, and ensure compliance of policies related to DEI initiatives in alignment with federal, state, and grant requirements.Compliance, Policy Development and GovernanceEnsures compliance with Federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEOC, ADA, FMLA, and related regulations.Supports development and implementation of policies related to:Title VI and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) requirementsWorkplace investigations and documentation standardsPartners with legal counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure policy accuracy and organizational compliance.HR Operations and Process ImprovementDevelop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve consistency and efficiency.Optimizes HR systems (e.g, Paycom, Launchpad) for performance tracking, documentation, and training compliance.Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance HR service delivery and reduce organizational risk.Minimum Qualifications:5+ years of professional experience in Human Resources, with demonstrated experience in employee relations and workplace investigations.Proven ability to manage complex employee relations cases and high-risk situations.Demonstratable experience handling or supporting EEOC/CCRD complaints and compliance processes.Demonstratable experience advising leadership of performance management, disciplinary actions, and terminations.A combination of education and experience may be considered.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Communications, Public or Business Administration or related field from an accredited institution.SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, HRCI CertificationExperience supporting DEI programs based on current research and specifically focused on historically marginalized and/or underrepresented groupsExperience modeling a culture of positive engagement and continuous learning, in efforts to increase awareness and strengthen strategic partnershipsDemonstrated understanding of, and sensitivity to, diverse cultural backgrounds.Demonstrated experience in planning and coordinating eventsExperience leading change initiativesKnowledge of best practices to increase and retain diversity in an organizationDemonstrated professionalism with a strong work ethicStrong presentation skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills with a high degree of interpersonal social skillsCollaboration skills and ability to work effectively across all departments and engage staff at all levelsExperience in being able to research and evaluate useful information using critical analysis, data tracking, and developing metrics and reports to explain data collectedStrong attention to detail to spot issues and notice inconsistencies and think and plan strategically to address concernsExperience and ability to make decisions and work with minimal directionAbility to maintain confidentialityPre-employment screenings include:Interview processReference checksBackground checks to include:National and County Criminal ScanSex-Offender Registry checkMotor Vehicle Report through DMVTown of Erie Benefits:Coverage of these benefits begin the 1st of the month following date of hire for benefited employees regularly working an average of 30 hours per week. Each year you will have the option of changing your elections through open enrollment.Designated full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage optionsSupplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity PlansEmployer paid Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)Employer paid Short and Long Term DisabilityVoluntary Supplemental Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimbursement up to $750 per year for numerous health/wellness purchasesEmployer paid Employee Assistance ProgramRobust Extended Sick Leave (ESL) and family sick leave program48 hours of Colorado Sick Leave preloaded on the 1st of every year; pro-rated at time of hire3 ½ Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year (increases with years of service)40 hours of pre-loaded Paid Time Off (PTO) to each new employee upon hireFifteen (15) Paid HolidaysTwenty-Four (24) Hours of Paid Volunteer LeaveUp to 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave for bonding with a new childOption to “sell back” PTO after two years of continuous employment457 Retirement Plan, with a 5% employer match and immediate 100% vesting in your deferral AND employer contributionsEducation reimbursement up to $3,000 per yearIndividual free membership to the Erie Community Center and steep discounts on couple or family membershipsEmployer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classesChildcare benefits which includes 10% discount to any KinderCare location in ColoradoHalf-off charging at town-owned EV charging stationsPet InsuranceEmployee Discount Program through Benefits HubEligible for discount Dell Computer programOnsite/virtual trainings for growth and development opportunitiesWe are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer!EEOC Statement: The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc. #J-18808-Ljbffr