HR Business Partner I - Hybrid, Onboarding & Growth

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner I to administer HR processes for assigned units, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and policy communication. The role requires counseling managers and handling routine issues, with escalation for complex matters to senior staff.

As a HRBP I, you will support onboarding, leave processes, exit interviews, and performance review activities, and you will manage HRIS actions while partnering with

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 4 years of human resources-related experience or Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a first point of contact for HR-related issues within the business unit and interprets HR policies for managers and employees.
• Counsels search committees and hiring managers on recruitment procedures and ATS management.
• Leads onboarding and orientation programs to integrate new hires and monitors progress post-hire.
• Advises on leave of absence policies and ensures smooth administration.
• Conducts exit interviews and analyzes turnover data for improvements.
• Supports annual performance review processes with timely evaluations.
• Enters and/or approves HR actions in the HRIS and ensures data integrity.
• Develops HR reports to support initiatives and data-driven decisions.
• Collaborates with HR colleagues to streamline service delivery for the University.

Education

Associate’s degree + 4 years HR experience

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years HR experience

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner I to administer HR processes for assigned units, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and policy communication. The role requires counseling managers and handling routine issues, with escalation for complex matters to senior staff.

As a HRBP I, you will support onboarding, leave processes, exit interviews, and performance review activities, and you will manage HRIS actions while partnering with