Human Resources Partner I - Talent Acquisition and Development

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

Job summary

The City of Victoria is seeking an HR Partner to enhance department functions with a focus on talent acquisition and development. Responsibilities include staffing, recruiting, onboarding, training, development, and leadership program design to support succession planning.

Essential duties involve partnering with managers, implementing recruitment strategies, and overseeing HRIS-related projects while ensuring compliance with employment laws and policies. This role is based in Victoria, Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and 3–5 years of HR experience.
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience promoting inclusive hiring practices and equitable selection processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment efforts, including requisitions, postings, interviews, and onboarding.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to meet staffing needs.
• Collaborate with managers to define required skills and assess applicants.
• Partner with leadership to identify talent needs and build internal pipelines.
• Drive employer branding through job fairs and digital platforms.
• Coordinate postings and applicant procedures; monitor vacancies.
• Utilize analytics to assess recruitment effectiveness and areas for improvement.
• Schedule pre-employment checks and onboarding activities.
• Provide engaging candidate experiences and structured onboarding support.
• Design and deliver training programs, including New Employee Orientation.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Staffing planning

Onboarding

Training and development

Leadership development

HR analytics

Employee engagement

HR policy

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

SHRM/HRCI certification preferred

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Under the guidance and direction of the HR Director, the HR Partner is responsible for enhancing department functions. This position will have a focus on talent acquisition and development such as planning and managing staffing, recruiting, onboarding, training, and development.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage all recruitment efforts, including development and/or oversight of position requisitions, job descriptions, posting, interviews, and onboarding.
• Develops and implements comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet current and future staffing needs.
• Collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for job openings; screens applicants.
• Partners with leadership to identify critical talent needs, develop workforce plans, and implement proactive strategies to build internal talent pipelines.
• Drives employer branding efforts through outreach, job fairs, and digital platforms to attract top-tier candidates and strengthen the City's talent presence.
• Coordinates job postings and applicant procedures for City job openings; monitors and tracks position vacancies.
• Recruitment Analytics: Utilizes data and metrics to assess recruitment effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Schedules pre-employment testing, including employee eligibility verifications as needed.
• Ensures a seamless and engaging candidate experience through responsive communication and structured onboarding support.
• Designs and delivers comprehensive training initiatives- including New Employee Orientation to enhance organizational effectiveness, engagement, and professional development.
• Coordinates supervisory training and supports on-the-job coaching strategies.
• Leads the strategic design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of the City's Leadership Academy and intern development programs to support succession planning and employee growth.
• Process all approved Personnel Action forms and monitors all Personnel Actions for accuracy and adherence to personnel policies.
• Assists in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and long-range plans within the department.
• Analyzes training opportunities, determines desired performance results, and maintains the integrity and quality of programs.
• Provides internal coaching and consulting to the organization.
• Develops and presents training using various instructional techniques such as role playing, simulations, and group discussions, while organizing materials like manuals and handouts; Schedules classes and monitors, evaluates, and records training activities.
• Plans and represents the City at job fairs and hiring events to promote recruitment outreach and employer branding.
• Supports various employee engagement initiatives including Service Award celebrations, Health and Wellness programming, and community outreach programs.
• Manages HRIS-related projects, including platform implementation, functionality upgrades, and user training to optimize system effectiveness.
• Reviews job descriptions to ensure each classification has a current job description, and WorkSteps (physical demands analysis program); obtain job related information updates during job postings, annual evaluations, and during HR file review.
• Prepares various Human Resources related reports on key performance indicators.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

• Bachelors degree in Human resources or related field and three to five (3-5) years of human resources related experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as an HR Professional through SHRM or HRCI preferred.
• Human Resources principles and practices.
• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• General office policies, procedures, and practices.
• Records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.
• Proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Recruitment procedures and guidelines.
• Experience promoting inclusive hiring practices and implementing equitable selection processes.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to conduct effective personnel interviews.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Presenting informational material to various audiences.
• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
• Valid State Driver's License.