Senior HR Advisor — Talent Acquisition & Strategy

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave time

Career development opportunities

Job summary

City of Austin’s Austin Transportation and Public Works seeks a senior Human Resources Advisor to lead HR program delivery, partner with leadership, and influence decisions with data-driven analysis.

You will manage recruitment processes, provide training to managers, and ensure compliance with laws and city policies. This role emphasizes strategic collaboration, operational oversight, and accountability within a dynamic public-sector environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field plus four years HR experience.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes including planning and sourcing.
• Experience with an applicant tracking/HRIS system and recruitment platforms.
• Strong consulting, influencing, and relationship-building skills with leaders and staff.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (Teams, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to analyze HR programs and advise on implementation.
• Resolve complex HR issues and provide practical solutions.
• Advise management on policies, compliance, and program objectives.
• Develop training for managers and staff on HR topics.

Skills

Strategic partnership

HR program analysis

Data analysis

Training managers

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office suite

Coaching and leadership

Travel to multiple locations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

HRIS system

Applicant tracking

Social media recruitment

Job description

City of Austin’s Austin Transportation and Public Works seeks a senior Human Resources Advisor to lead HR program delivery, partner with leadership, and influence decisions with data-driven analysis.

You will manage recruitment processes, provide training to managers, and ensure compliance with laws and city policies. This role emphasizes strategic collaboration, operational oversight, and accountability within a dynamic public-sector environment.