HR Partner II - Risk, Records & Employee Programs

City of Victoria TX; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

TMRS retirement with 2:1 City match

Short and long-term disability

Paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Victoria is seeking an HR Partner II to manage risk management, records, and employee programs. This role oversees risk controls, safety programs, incident handling, and records compliance while supporting employee engagement and events.

Responsibilities include coordinating claims, audits, data management, and cross-department collaboration to ensure accurate records and compliant processes. A broad HR background and municipal experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Risk Management, Public Administration, Safety, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in risk management, HR, or compliance; municipal experience preferred.
• A valid State driver’s license may be required.
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation, claims administration, and safety regulations.
• Understanding of records management, document retention, and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates workers’ compensation, liability, and property claims.
• Manages incident reporting, investigations, and documentation.
• Tracks OSHA reporting, safety compliance, and training requirements.
• Monitors claims trends and prepares reports for leadership.
• Serves as liaison with carriers, third-party administrators, legal counsel, and risk pool partners.
• Assists departments with risk mitigation and safety initiatives.
• Coordinates Citywide employee events, recognition activities, and wellness initiatives.
• Works collaboratively with HR staff, departments, and vendors to plan and execute events.
• Manages event logistics, timelines, and documentation.
• Supports employee engagement efforts aligned with organizational culture and goals.
• Manages employee records, ensuring accurate scanning, filing, and organization across HR systems.
• Ensures compliance with City policies and state and federal records retention laws.
• Oversees retention schedules, destruction protocols, and audit readiness.
• Coordinates file audits and corrective actions to ensure completeness and compliance.
• Serves as the HR point of contact for records management standards and best practices.
• Maintains accurate documentation and prepares reports related to claims, incidents, events, and records compliance.
• Coordinates with HR, Risk, Finance, IT, and departments to ensure consistent data management.
• Provides backup support for HR operations and employee relations as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Risk Management/Public Administration/Safety or related field

Job description

The City of Victoria is seeking an HR Partner II to manage risk management, records, and employee programs. This role oversees risk controls, safety programs, incident handling, and records compliance while supporting employee engagement and events.

Responsibilities include coordinating claims, audits, data management, and cross-department collaboration to ensure accurate records and compliant processes. A broad HR background and municipal experience are preferred.