Strategic HR Business Partner for Campus Leaders

Rome Floyd Chamber; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 47,500 - 58,300; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Highlands College in Rome, GA, is hiring a Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor to academic and administrative leaders. The role aligns human capital strategies with college goals, supporting employee relations, talent management, and compliance across multiple campuses.

There are three openings, with responsibilities spanning workforce planning, recruitment oversight, performance management, and HR project management to advance the college's mission and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field; or combination of education and experience
• Four or more years of progressively responsible Human Resource experience including two years of employee relations duties
• Knowledge of employment law, HR best practices and core Human Resources management principles
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems, HRIS, benefits administration and learning and development platforms; ability to learn and leverage new technologies and tools
• Skill in verbal and written communications; analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Critical thinking skills and sound business acumen to support informed decision-making
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and provide consultation to client groups
• Knowledge of effective negotiation techniques and conflict resolution strategies
• Knowledge of change management principles and implementation strategies
• Skill in time, organizational and project management with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
• Ability to analyze data, interpret trends, and provide actionable recommendations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Georgia Notary Public Commission

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic and trusted advisor to college and department leaders, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and change management initiatives. Serve as the primary HR liaison for assigned client groups, fostering employee engagement and delivering responsive, solutions-oriented support.

Skills

Employee relations

HR compliance

Communication

Analytical skills

Decision making

Confidentiality

Change management

Project management

Notary public

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business / Higher Education Admin

Tools

HRIS

Applicant tracking systems

Benefits administration

Learning and development platforms

Job description

Georgia Highlands College in Rome, GA, is hiring a Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor to academic and administrative leaders. The role aligns human capital strategies with college goals, supporting employee relations, talent management, and compliance across multiple campuses.

There are three openings, with responsibilities spanning workforce planning, recruitment oversight, performance management, and HR project management to advance the college's mission and