Human Resources Partner

State of Montana; Montana; Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Work/life balance

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Descripción de la vacante

State of Montana, Department of Administration, is seeking a skilled HR professional embedded within the Department of Commerce to provide strategic guidance and operational expertise across HR functions. You will partner with managers and employees to address workforce needs, ensure policy compliance, and support organizational effectiveness.

Key duties include advising on performance management, recruitment, investigations, job classification, and change management, plus analyzing workforce

Formación

• Comprehensive knowledge of core human resources functions including recruitment, compensation and classification, performance management, disciplinary processes, workplace safety, and ADA/FMLA administration.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and sound judgment.
• Strong organization skills to manage competing demands and deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Advise on performance management, recruitment and selection, employee relations, and organizational change.
• Conduct investigations and develop job announcements and descriptions.
• Analyze workforce data and provide recommendations for decision-making.
• Coach, deliver HR training, and support managers in applying HR practices with proper documentation and discipline.

Conocimientos

Recruitment

Performance Management

Employee Relations

Job Classification

Policy Compliance

Data Analysis

ADA/FMLA Administration

Disciplinary Procedures

Workforce Needs

Coaching & Training

Herramientas

HR Policies System

Descripción del empleo

About the Department

This centralized State Human Resources Division position within the Department of Administration provides direct human resources support to the Department of Commerce. The successful candidate will work onsite at The Department of Commerce and will support its employees. Learn more about this agency and its mission at Home.

About this Position

Seeking a skilled Human Resources professional to provide strategic guidance and operational expertise across a wide range of HR functions. If selected you will partner closely with managers and employees to address workforce needs, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and regulations.

Primary responsibilities include advising on performance management, recruitment and selection, employee relations, job classification, and organizational change. The position will conduct investigations, develop job announcements and descriptions, analyze workforce data, and provide recommendations to support informed decision‑making.

You will build effective working relationships by offering coaching, delivering HR training, and supporting managers in applying sound HR practices, including documentation and disciplinary procedures. Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor are essential.

This position provides human resources support to and is imbedded within the department of Commerce. Commerce aims to make sure Montana is the best place to work, live and play. Working alongside private industry and local organizations to create jobs, grow businesses, develop affordable housing, and improve community infrastructure. (You can learn more about the department here.)

What are we looking for?

To thrive in this role from day one, you should demonstrate the following qualifying skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of core human resources functions, including recruitment and selection, compensation and classification, performance management, corrective and disciplinary processes, workplace safety, and ADA/FMLA administration.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters appropriately.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage work effectively in an environment with competing demands and deadlines.
• Strong ability to influence outcomes by building effective working relationships and leveraging HR expertise, data, and evidence‑based recommendations.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, including the ability to assess risk, evaluate options, and determine when flexibility is appropriate within established guidelines.

If you have a combination of the skills outlined above and a desire to serve Montanans, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

• Work/life balance,
• Health coverage,
• Retirement plans,
• Paid vacation and sick leave and holidays,
• And more…
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness — Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify.

Other important information to be aware of

• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
• This position allows for a hybrid work schedule from a remote location within the state of Montana. Weekly travel to Helena offices will be required. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy. New employees may be required to complete training in person before hybrid work schedules begin.

This agency participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, Link to E-Verify Website.