HR Business Partner

Norfolk State University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk State University seeks an HR Business Partner to drive strategic partnerships across the HR function, delivering value to management and staff in alignment with university goals.

The role requires knowledge of HR practices, compliance with state and federal laws, and the ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively, and analyze data to inform decisions. Bachelor's degree in HR and two years of exempt HR experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field and two years of exempt HR experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal HR laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to work in a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees.
• Maintains an effective level of business literacy about unit operations, personnel needs, talent development and acquisition, and organizational structures.

Skills

HR practices

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Two years exempt HR experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Job description

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 required to successfully perform the work:

• 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 skiffs 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

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

Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

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