Strategic HR Partner — Public Sector Impact

Jocogov; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Government is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Business Partner to join the Department of Human Resources. The role provides day-to-day HR support, partners with DAO leaders, and guides strategic people initiatives across the organization.

The HRBP collaborates with COEs and DAOs to optimize performance, ensure compliant policy implementation, and drive engagement. A Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 3+ years of HR experience are required; master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business Administration or related field; master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in Human Resources.
• Professional HR Certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Must pass a thorough criminal history screening and have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to employees and managers within assigned DAOs, ensuring timely and accurate responses to HR-related inquiries.
• Function as the liaison between Centers of Excellence and DAOs, ensuring consistent and seamless delivery of service, including employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, classification and compensation, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for DAO leadership on people strategies, providing expert advice and recommendations on complex HR issues in coordination with HR Centers of Excellence (COE).
• Collaborate with DAO and senior leadership to assess HR needs and implement strategic initiatives to optimize organizational performance.
• Serve as a change agent, supporting DAOs through organizational changes and helping to communicate and manage the implementation and impact of HR programs and policies.
• Provide advanced guidance and leadership to DAO supervisors and leaders on conflict resolution, workplace behavior expectations, and employee engagement practices.

Skills

HR knowledge

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Performance management

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Johnson County Government is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Business Partner to join the Department of Human Resources. The role provides day-to-day HR support, partners with DAO leaders, and guides strategic people initiatives across the organization.

The HRBP collaborates with COEs and DAOs to optimize performance, ensure compliant policy implementation, and drive engagement. A Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 3+ years of HR experience are required; master’s preferred.