Project Consultant I – Human Resources Generalist

CPS HR Consulting; Sacramento (CA, TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible work options

Job summary

CPS HR Consulting seeks highly motivated and dependable HR professionals to support public-sector clients across Texas. This part-time Project Consultant role offers flexible, project-based work and a chance to strengthen organizations and communities.

Immediate assignment anticipated at 16–20 hours per week. You will partner with public sector clients to deliver HR services across areas including leadership, recruitment, compensation, employee relations, policy development, and investigations,

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional HR experience supporting government or other public-sector organizations is required.
• Experience supporting water districts, special districts, utilities, or similar public-sector organizations is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Professional certifications such as IPMA-CP, IPMA-CS, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or CCP.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality consulting services to meet client objectives.
• Partnering with public sector clients to deliver expert HR services across a range of areas.
• Demonstrating professionalism, clear communication, and strong client service.
• Balancing multiple assignments and priorities effectively.

Skills

HR knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Client service

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

IPMA-CP

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP

Job description

CPS HR Consulting is seeking highly motivated and dependable Human Resources professionals to support public-sector clients across Texas. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your HR expertise through flexible, project-based work that strengthens organizations and communities. We are seeking individuals available for at least part-time work, including an immediate client assignment anticipated to require approximately 16–20 hours per week.

As a Project Consultant with CPS HR Consulting, you will partner with public sector clients to deliver expert HR services across a range of functional areas, including:

• HR Leadership & Strategy
• Advertising, Outreach, and Sourcing
• Recruitment and Selection
• Audit and Compliance
• Job Classification and Compensation
• Employee and Labor Relations
• Performance Management
• Workplace Investigations
• Employee Training and Organizational Development
• Organization Strategy and Assessment
• Benefits and Leave Administration
• Policy Development / HR Compliance / Handbook Development

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering high-quality consulting services to meet client objectives.
• Applying HR knowledge and expertise to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrating professionalism, clear communication, and strong client service.
• Effectively balancing multiple assignments and priorities.

Travel Requirements

To effectively serve our clients, candidates may reside anywhere in Texas and must be able to provide both virtual and in-person consulting services. Proximity to a major airport, particularly in the Dallas, Houston, Austin, or San Antonio areas, is preferred. Periodic travel and on-site service delivery during business hours will be required based on client needs.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of five years of professional HR experience supporting government or other public-sector organizations is required.
• Experience supporting water districts, special districts, utilities, or similar public-sector organizations is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Professional certifications such as IPMA-CP, IPMA-CS, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or CCP.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of Human Resources principles, practices, and regulations.
• Advanced administrative and technical skills in one or more HR functional areas listed above (e.g., recruitment, classification and compensation, policy development/compliance, investigations, employee relations).
• Familiarity with organizational structures and HR operations in government or public-sector environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse clients, teams, and stakeholders.

What Makes You Fit

• Excels at building trust and delivering exceptional customer service by responding promptly and thoughtfully to client needs.
• Consistently demonstrates professionalism, maintaining a polished and ethical presence in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Applies strong business acumen to align HR practices with organizational and client goals.
• Anticipates client needs and takes initiative with a proactive approach to providing effective support.
• Brings creativity and innovation to the role, offering fresh ideas and adaptable methods to enhance client services and HR practices.

We’re a mission-driven, employee-centered consulting organization that exists to support the public sector. At CPS HR, you’ll work alongside professionals who are passionate about serving communities through government excellence.

We offer:

• Hybrid and flexible work options.
• A culture that values innovation, relationships, and equity.
• Exposure to diverse projects, clients, and HR challenges that expand your skills and experience.
• Free training and professional development courses to stay current with HR best practices, compliance requirements, and emerging trends.