Human Resources Business Partner I

UMass Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

UMass Amherst's Human Resources is seeking an HRBP I in Amherst. The role administers HR processes for assigned units, supports recruitment, onboarding, and benefits, and communicates policies to managers and staff.

You'll handle routine HR issues, with complex matters escalated to senior staff, and contribute to data reporting and process improvements within a hybrid work model. This position requires collaboration with HR colleagues and leadership to promote consistent service delivery

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with 4+ years HR experience or Bachelor's degree with 2+ years.
• Experience interpreting HR policies and advising managers.

Responsibilities

• Serves as first point of contact for HR issues and guides managers.
• Counsels search committees and hiring managers on recruitment procedures.
• Leads onboarding and orientation for new hires.
• Advises on leave of absence policies and administration.
• Conducts exit interviews and analyzes turnover data.
• Supports annual performance review processes.
• Enters and approves personnel actions in the HRIS.
• Develops HR reports to support initiatives.
• Collaborates with HR leaders to standardize service delivery.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

HRIS

Job description

Title: 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