00516 - Human Resource Business Partner

DHRM; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk State University is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to oversee Recruitment and Onboarding for faculty, staff, and students. You will partner across HR to deliver value-added services aligned with university objectives and build strong relationships with management and employees.

The role requires strategic thinking, data analysis, and strong communication skills, with a solid foundation in HR law and practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field with 2+ years of exempt HR experience.
• Knowledge of general HR practices and applicable state/federal laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, adapt to changing priorities, organize and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills; able to work with all staff levels.
• Ability to analyze data and present findings clearly.
• Sound judgment and defensible decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations with emphasis on Recruitment and Onboarding for university faculty, students, and staff.
• Partner with HR functions to deliver value-added services aligned to university objectives.
• Maintain business literacy about unit operations, personnel needs, talent development and organizational structures.

Skills

HR knowledge

Regulations & laws

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Communication

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

PHR certification

Master’s degree in HR (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Job description

Title: 00516 - Human Resource Business Partner

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $73,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location: Norfolk State University

Agency Website: WWW.NSU.EDU

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Office of Human Resources is hiring for a Human Resources Business Partner to manage a variety of human resource day-to-day operations, specifically in regard to Recruitment and Onboarding for the University faculty, students, and staff. This position is an immensely critical element in the performance of Human Resource initiatives. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the university. The Human Resources Business Partner maintains an effective level of business literacy about the unit level operations, their personnel needs, talent development and acquisition and organizational structures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of general Human Resources practices and applicable State and Federal laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, adapt to changing priorities, organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines; ability to work accurately with detailed and confidential information.
• Ability to think strategically, develop long-range recruitment and retention plans, & organize/initiate recruitment activities and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff; excellent customer service skills necessary.
• Ability to compile and analyze data and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Must exercise sound judgment and to make reasonable, logical and defensible decisions.
• Exceptional computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Must be able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Education, Experience, and Licensure, Certification required for entry into position

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or a related field and two years of exempt level HR experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in general Human Resource practices and applicable State and Federal laws and regulations.

Additional Considerations

• Experience with higher education in human resource operations or prior experience with a state agency in the Commonwealth preferably in the area of recruitment.
• PHR certification.
• Master’s degree in human resources.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

• Name: NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: No Email Material Accepted

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised

07 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close

23 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time