HR BUSINESS PARTNER

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

MARTA is seeking a strategic HR advisor to align HR strategies with the Authority’s goals and act as a liaison between employees and managers. You will collaborate with external HR vendors, support contract renewal, and assist in budgeting for Human Resources.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, five years of HR experience with at least two years in a Generalist role, and proficiency with Oracle Cloud HRIS. SHRM/SCP/PHR credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required; five years HR experience.
• Two years in an HR Generalist role in a large, complex organization preferred.
• Proficiency with Oracle Cloud or similar enterprise HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees.
• Align business needs with HR expertise to support workforce planning, engagement, and talent management.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop HR strategies across divisions.
• Assist with review/update of HR policies and ensure consistent application.
• Collaborate with HR functions to support client divisions and programs.
• Participate in cross-departmental projects to improve operational efficiency and engagement.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor subordinate groups as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Facilitation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Oracle Cloud HRIS

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Serves as a strategic advisor to assigned MARTA divisions by aligning Human Resources strategies with the Authority’s operational and organizational goals. Acts as a liaison between employees and managers within assigned business units, divisions, or departments and the corporate Human Resources function. Collaborates with external Human Resources vendors to ensure contract compliance, supports the preparation and renewal of Human Resources contracts, tracks contract expenditures, and assists in the development of the annual Human Resources budget.

• Provides consultative HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees in alignment with the Authority’s policies, goals and objectives.
• Integrates business needs with HR expertise to support data-informed workforce planning, employee engagement, and talent management aligned with MARTA’s long-term objectives.
• Partners with Assistant General Managers, Directors, and departmental leaders to develop HR strategies supporting divisional and Authority-wide goals.
• Assists with the review and updating of HR policies.
• Ensures consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and programs across assigned business areas.
• Partners closely with HR business units, including Talent Acquisition, Benefits, HRIS, Performance Analytics, Learning & Development and Occupational Medical Services to provide seamless support to client divisions.
• Participates in cross-departmental projects, HR initiatives, and Authority-wide programs aimed at improving operational efficiency and workforce engagement.
• Performs work under general supervision and handles moderately complex issues and problems. Refers more complex issues to AGM of Human Resources or other leadership. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate groups.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador assignments.

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

Serves as a strategic advisor to assigned MARTA divisions by aligning Human Resources strategies with the Authority’s operational and organizational goals. Acts as a liaison between employees and managers within assigned business units, divisions, or departments and the corporate Human Resources function. Collaborates with external Human Resources vendors to ensure contract compliance, supports the preparation and renewal of Human Resources contracts, tracks contract expenditures, and assists in the development of the annual Human Resources budget.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides consultative HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees in alignment with the Authority’s policies, goals and objectives.
• Integrates business needs with HR expertise to support data-informed workforce planning, employee engagement, and talent management aligned with MARTA’s long-term objectives.
• Partners with Assistant General Managers, Directors, and departmental leaders to develop HR strategies supporting divisional and Authority-wide goals.
• Assists with the review and updating of HR policies.
• Ensures consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and programs across assigned business areas.
• Partners closely with HR business units, including Talent Acquisition, Benefits, HRIS, Performance Analytics, Learning & Development and Occupational Medical Services to provide seamless support to client divisions.
• Participates in cross-departmental projects, HR initiatives, and Authority-wide programs aimed at improving operational efficiency and workforce engagement.
• Performs work under general supervision and handles moderately complex issues and problems. Refers more complex issues to AGM of Human Resources or other leadership. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate groups.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador assignments.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field is required. Five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including at least two (2) years in an HR Generalist role supporting a large, complex organization (public sector or transportation environment preferred). Must possess working knowledge of all areas within Human Resources. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills required. Proficiency with Oracle Cloud or similar enterprise HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. In lieu of a degree, directly related experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

HR certification (SHRM-CP/PHR, SHRM-SCP/SPHR) is preferred.

Salary: $75-$87K

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class