Strategic HR Partner: Recruitment & Retention

US Lawns; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Newton is seeking an HR Business Partner focused on Recruitment & Retention to lead citywide staffing efforts and partner with department leadership on HR matters. The role emphasizes compliance, employee engagement, and process improvements within a municipal setting.

The successful candidate will advise on policies, coordinate onboarding, and analyze retention trends to support a positive employee experience. Strong collaboration with HR colleagues and department heads is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, public administration, management, or related field with 3–5 years of related experience.
• Experience with municipal government, civil service, or unionized environments is helpful.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment, retention, and employee engagement best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment for assigned departments and manage job postings, timelines, and candidate communications.
• Partner with department leadership to forecast staffing needs and support workforce planning.
• Serve as a trusted HR partner to provide guidance on policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Manage the City’s applicant tracking system, generate reports, and oversee process improvements.
• Support retention efforts and employee engagement initiatives, including training and recognition programs.

Skills

HR policies and procedures

Communication

Project management

Data analysis

Employee relations

Training and development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, public administration, management, or related field

Tools

Applicant tracking systems

HRIS

Microsoft Office

LinkedIn recruiting

Excel

Job description

City of Newton is seeking an HR Business Partner focused on Recruitment & Retention to lead citywide staffing efforts and partner with department leadership on HR matters. The role emphasizes compliance, employee engagement, and process improvements within a municipal setting.

The successful candidate will advise on policies, coordinate onboarding, and analyze retention trends to support a positive employee experience. Strong collaboration with HR colleagues and department heads is essential.