Human Resources Business Partner

Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), a senior contributor acting as the primary HR contact for managers and supervisors. This role bridges HR processes with business objectives and provides expert consultation across performance, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational changes.

Qualified candidates will have education in HR-related fields and multiple years of HR generalist experience, with a proven track record in

Qualifications

• Completion of degree in HR, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or closely related field.
• Experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in all required HR areas.
• Combination of education and experience as listed in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR services and advisory support to managers and supervisors.
• Bridge HR processes with business objectives and strategic goals.
• Act as a trusted HR partner for assigned business units.

Skills

HR consulting

Employee relations

Conflict resolution

Performance management

Organizational restructuring

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 8/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

The Metropolitan Council is the regional planning agency for the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area providing essential services to our region: transportation, wastewater collection and treatment, growth and development of local communities, affordable housing programs, and regional park systems.

This position is eligible for hybrid (remote and onsite) teleworking.

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is a senior individual contributor position within HR serving as the primary contact for managers and supervisors seeking HR services. The HRBP bridges HR processes with business objectives, serving as a consultant and advisor to assigned business units.

Any of the following combinations in completed education (degree field of study in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or closely related field) AND experience (providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in ALL the following areas: employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring):

• A high school diploma/GED and nine or more years of experience
• An associate degree and seven or more years of experience
• A bachelor's degree and five or more years of experience
• A master's degree and three or more years of experience

Salary Range: $96,512.00 - $156,624.00 Annually