Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Salary: $89,300.00 - $138,400.00 Annually
Location : Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-00474
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date: 6/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Hiring Range: $89,300 - $113,800


Job Description
The City of Raleigh, Human Resources Department, is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner ( Sr. HRBP ) to join our team. As a member of the HR team, the Sr. HRBP will manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and provide expertise in the areas of talent management, performance management, compensation, organizational development, employee training, labor law compliance, and employee relations to their designated business units/groups.

Job Summary

The Sr. HRBP is devoted to providing the full scope of employee relations services to multiple departments across the city as well as management consulting, organizational development, and other human resources services as needed. This position works in partnership with leaders, key stakeholders, and HR colleagues to shape, develop and deliver HR plans and solutions in line with the needs and priorities of the organization. To be successful in this role, the candidate will have significant experience in employee relations and human resources consultative and analytical work and is considered the subject matter expert with the highest level of knowledge, providing consultation to other human resources staff and management. Responsibilities may include serving as a lead worker, assigning work and monitoring work completion and supervising paraprofessional and/or support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Oversees employee relations program across assigned departments within the city. Serves as advanced subject matter expert / team lead for employee relations services and other programs / interventions / initiatives having organization wide impact
• Collaborates with and serves as strategic partner to senior leaders and assigned multiple departments to support achievement of objectives; manages and resolves complex human resource related issues; provides solutions to programs and processes
• Provides performance management guidance, coaching and training of supervisors to include the performance evaluation process, performance improvement, discipline, compliance with employment laws and separation process
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues to include coordination of the City's grievance and complaint process, and investigation of harassment / discrimination complaints
• Plans, develops and administers program policies, processes and procedures; recommends and implements enhancements to improve operational efficiency and service quality
• Collaborates with and serves as strategic partner to senior leaders and assigned departments to support achievement of objectives; manages and resolves complex human resource related issues; provides solutions to programs and processes
• Researches, gathers, analyzes and evaluates data and information; monitors program trends; reviews and performs quality checks of program-related data; develops and maintains management reporting to support decision making and policy development
• Monitors and maintains system data, files, records and reporting
• Ensures regulatory compliance to mitigate legal risks
• Facilitates organization-wide training
• Partners with Talent Acquisition in coordinating and participating in the hiring and recruitment process
• Develops, reviews and revises policies and procedures to enhance programs and to address issues; develops and maintains management reporting, program documentation, correspondence and presentation materials
• Leads project teamwork and activities; oversees and provides project management support
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Typical Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development, business or public administration, and five (5) years of professional human resources experience which includes public sector experience and previous supervisory experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation

License and Certifications

• Valid NC Driver's License (Class C) or the ability to obtain one within 60 days
• IPMA-CP/IPMA-SCP; SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/ SPHR certification

Additional Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work
• Practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others
• Principles and practices of human resource program administration and management
• Project management principles
• Best practices, trends and emerging technologies
• Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research
• Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration
• Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations
• Principles and practices of conflict resolution
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment)
• Customer service principles
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment
• Modern office technology

Skill In:

• Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed
• Managing a program or project
• Overseeing the implementation and adherence to quality assurance and standards
• Interpreting, monitoring and reporting financial information, program data and statistics
• Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices
• Compiling and sorting data and articulating issues and recommendations
• Authoring and preparing original reports, documents and presentations
• Developing policies and procedures
• Facilitating group discussions and building consensus using persuasive reasoning
• Providing technical guidance, direction and education to program stakeholders
• Developing and managing business relationships with program stakeholders
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment)
• Providing customer service
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of forcefrequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment.

Work Exposures:
Work in this position with require occasional exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate, and individuals with known violent backgrounds.

City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.


To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page:

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.
01


Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Some high school
• High school diploma (or GED)
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• PhD or other professional degree

02


How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in human resources?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 2 years
• 2 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 4 years
• 4 to less than 5 years
• 5 to less than 6 years
• 6 to less than 7 years
• 7 to less than 8 years
• 8 to less than 9 years
• 9 to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

03


Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

• Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.
• I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

04


Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position?

• Yes
• No

05


If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date.
06


Do you have experience in employee relations?

• Yes
• No

07


If you answered "Yes" to having employee relations experience, please explain that experience. If you answered "No," please write N/A.
08


Do you have experience working directly with senior/executive level management?

• Yes
• No

09


Do you currently hold any of the following certifications: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, IPMA-CP, or IPMA-SCP?

• Yes
• No

10


Please select all certifications which you hold from the following:

• SHRM-CP
• SHRM-SCP
• PHR
• SPHR
• IPMA-CP
• IPMA-SCP
• N/A

11


How many years of employee relations experience do you have?
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Do you have experience conducting workplace investigations?

• Yes
• No

13


What is the largest group of employees that you have provided employee relations support for?
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