Strategic HR Business Partner

Tusculum University; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tusculum University seeks an HR Business Partner to align human resources with the university's mission, partnering with leaders across units to address workforce needs and ensure compliant, equitable practices. The role covers talent management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, HRIS/payroll, analytics, and training, focusing on engaging diverse teams and advancing institutional goals.

This position emphasizes confidentiality, collaboration and strategic impact within a Christian

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of HR concepts, practices, policies, and procedures.
• Strong understanding of multiple HR disciplines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Act as a partner with university units; diagnosing challenges and advising on HR strategies.
• Foster positive employee relations and counsel leadership on complex cases.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, retention, development and training initiatives.
• Design and deliver education and development activities for staff and faculty.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

HR concepts knowledge

Problem-solving

Confidentiality handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Professional HR certification (SPHR/PHR or SHRM-SCP/CP)

Tools

MS Office Suite

HRIS / cloud-based systems

Job description

Tusculum University seeks an HR Business Partner to align human resources with the university's mission, partnering with leaders across units to address workforce needs and ensure compliant, equitable practices. The role covers talent management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, HRIS/payroll, analytics, and training, focusing on engaging diverse teams and advancing institutional goals.

This position emphasizes confidentiality, collaboration and strategic impact within a Christian