Strategic HR Partner: Employee Relations & Performance

City of Surprise; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Surprise is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our HR Operations Team. This role partners with City departments to support employee relations, performance management, classification and compensation, and workforce needs while helping leaders turn workplace challenges into practical solutions.

The ideal candidate builds strong relationships, takes ownership from start to finish, and brings thoughtful analysis with clear recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and 5 years of professional HR experience.
• Certifications such as PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, IPMA-CP/SCP, CEBS, or CCP desirable.
• Candidates should handle programs with high liability and risk and provide leadership guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support employee relations, performance management, classification and compensation, and workforce planning across City departments.
• Partner with department leaders to turn workplace challenges into practical HR solutions.
• Provide guidance to leaders and take ownership from start to finish; connect HR solutions to organizational goals.
• May supervise employees as needed.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Classification & compensation

Workforce planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

The City of Surprise is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our HR Operations Team. This role partners with City departments to support employee relations, performance management, classification and compensation, and workforce needs while helping leaders turn workplace challenges into practical solutions.

The ideal candidate builds strong relationships, takes ownership from start to finish, and brings thoughtful analysis with clear recommendations.