Human Resources Business Partner I

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

Human Resources Business Partner I

Executive Area: Human Resources

College/School/MBU: Human Resources

Department: Human Resources

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner I (HRBP I) administers HR processes for assigned business units. They facilitate employee life cycle events including recruitment, onboarding, and benefits. The HRBP I communicates policies and procedures to managers and employees and handles routine issues, referring more complex problems to senior-level staff.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a first point of contact for Human Resources-related issues within the business unit(s). Interprets and communicates HR policies and procedures to managers and employees. Answers general questions across a broad range of HR topics, solves problems related to routine HR issues, and refers more complex questions to the appropriate HR subject matter expert.
• Facilitates recruitment efforts. Counsels search committee members and hiring managers on proper search procedures. Ensures requisitions are properly managed within the Applicant Tracking System.
• Takes a leadership role in the onboarding and integration process for new hires. Develops comprehensive orientation programs to familiarize new hires with the business unit(s). Follows up with employees at regular intervals to ensure a smooth transition to the University.
• Facilitates leave of absence processes. Advises managers and employees on leave-related policies, addressing concerns and ensuring smooth administration.
• Conducts exit interviews with employees terminating from the University. Gathers feedback on their experiences, reasons for departure, and suggestions for improvement. Analyzes data to identify trends and recommend actionable steps to improve turnover.
• Supports the annual performance review process. Ensures timely completion of evaluations for all employees.
• Enters and/or approves personnel actions in the HRIS system. Ensures data integrity and timely follow-up on submission status.
• Develops reports and/or provides data in support of HR initiatives.
• Collaborates with HR colleagues and administrative leadership to streamline processes and promote consistency in HR service delivery across the University.

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree and four (4) years of human resources-related experience or Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of related experience.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Monday through Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: PSSAP Grade 26