HR BUSINESS PARTNER

University Of Wisconsin - Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee seeks an HR Business Partner to provide comprehensive HR support across the university. This role involves advising leadership on HR matters, developing strategies, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates should have a strong HR background and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a collaborative work environment and may include hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Extensive leave package

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in HR disciplines.
• Experience in HR Business Partner role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as HR liaison, advising on policies and procedures.
• Facilitate HR transactions and ensure compliance.
• Develop HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Skills

Consultation

Compliance

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Tools

HR Certification

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

• A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
• A resume

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Apply electronically at: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/40424 by the application deadline date of May 27, 2025. Questions about this position should be directed to Angelee Vang at [e-mail].

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Official Job Title

Official Job Title HR BUSINESS PARTNER

Working Title:

Working Title: HR Business Partner

Position Number

Position Number 02293193

Division

Department

Department B022100 Shared Services Center

Position Type

Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Fixed Renewable

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Annual

Salary Grade

Salary Grade 21

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Percent

Percent 100%

Posting Type

Posting Type Staff

UWM Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.

UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/

School/College/Division Description

Employees at UWM in the Department of Human Resources work in an innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules. If you are a motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to make a real difference with our team, community, and the campus, we encourage you to apply!

Job Summary

The Human Resources (HR) Business Partner reports to the Department of Human Resources and provides comprehensive support to employees and leaders across the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee ( UWM ). This role serves as the primary HR liaison for assigned client groups, offering consultation on a wide range of human resources matters. The HR Business Partner collaborates with departmental leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.

The HR Business Partner serves as the main point of contact for client groups on topics related to HR policies, procedures, employment law, and best practices across all core HR functions.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serves as a consultative Human Resources resource and liaison. Interprets, advises on, applies and disseminates complex policies, procedures, and options to leadership and employees; and recommends best strategies according to established objectives and goals
• Facilitates and processes complex transactions and programs according to established policies and procedures
• Audits human resources reports to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures
• Develops and implements processes and procedures for one or many various HR functions such as employee trainings, recruitments, compensation, and payroll
• Receives and responds to inquiries in-person, via email, and through various communication mediums and relays information to appropriate entities
• Contributes to the development of strategic plans and directs staff implementation of initiatives in alignment with strategic goals

Additional Information:

• This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.
• Selected candidates will be required to complete an I-9 form to verify eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Hybrid work arrangements may be available. Primary work will be conducted on the UW-Milwaukee campus, with remote work requests considered after the initial training period. Details will be discussed during the interview process.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in one or more human resources disciplines
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field — OR — equivalent professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as an HR Business Partner or in a similar advisory role within a higher education institution or other complex organization
• Proven ability to work independently while advising and supporting leadership on a broad range of HR matters
• Demonstrated experience across multiple human resources disciplines
• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and reporting data to support workforce strategy and planning
• Strong understanding of and compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines
• Coursework in Human Resources Management and/or current HR certification (e.g., SHRM -CP, SHRM - SCP , PHR , SPHR )
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with organizational goals
• Effective problem-solving experience in employee relations matters

Target Salary Range

Target Salary Range $68,000 - $72,000

Benefits and Total Rewards

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life

Application Instructions

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

• A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
• A resume

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Apply electronically at: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/40424 by the application deadline date of May 27, 2025. Questions about this position should be directed to Angelee Vang at [e-mail].

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 05/27/2025

Continuous (Open Until Filled?)

Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No

Position Contact Name

Contact Phone

Contact Phone [phone]

Contact Email

Application Notes

For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices

AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.




Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [e-mail] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.




Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.




CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.




Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at [phone] for a paper copy.




Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Job Categories

Job Categories Human Resources

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents

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