Strategic HR Partner for Citywide Workforce

City of Winston-Salem; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Winston-Salem seeks an experienced HR professional to serve as a strategic partner across the employee life cycle. You will support workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and organizational development while collaborating with department leaders to advance city-wide HR initiatives.

You will analyze workforce data, advise on structure and compensation, and ensure compliant application of policies. Collaboration and discretion are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with coursework in human resources, organizational development, business administration, public administration, industrial relations, or a related field
• At least three years of progressively responsible professional human resources experience with broad generalist responsibilities and consultations with managers or leaders

Responsibilities

• Works with leaders to understand operational needs, identify workforce risks, and develop practical HR strategies.
• Coordinates services across Human Resources to provide consistent guidance and timely support.
• Leads and supports talent management and employee development initiatives including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning.
• Analyzes workforce data and HRIS information to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provides recommendations to leadership.
• Interprets and communicates City policies, procedures, and employment requirements; supports policy development and implementation.

Skills

HR generalist

consultation

facilitation

coaching

data analysis

employee relations

policy interpretation

communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD/BA/related field

3+ years HR generalist experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

ATS

Job description

City of Winston-Salem seeks an experienced HR professional to serve as a strategic partner across the employee life cycle. You will support workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and organizational development while collaborating with department leaders to advance city-wide HR initiatives.

You will analyze workforce data, advise on structure and compensation, and ensure compliant application of policies. Collaboration and discretion are essential in this role.