Human Resources Business Partner

Job Posting: COP-00040-25

Salary: $75,073 – $90,484

Job Grade Level: A16 – A18

Department: People & Culture (HR) – Employee Experience

The City of Providence welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce at all levels of the organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit hiring discrimination of any type. All City hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a strategic partner to various units within the Department of People & Culture (DPC) and throughout the workforce of the City of Providence, providing strategic and tactical guidance, support, and expertise in areas such as employee and labor relations, talent management, learning and development, performance management, organizational development and other areas, reporting directly to the Chief People Officer.

Duties & Responsibilities

Serve as a confidential assistant to the Chief People Officer.
Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters, including performance management, conflict resolution, employee engagement, and policy interpretation.
Analyze HR metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and make data-driven recommendations to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Support organizational change initiatives and facilitate communication between management and employees.
Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Provide mid- to expert-level HR guidance and support on a wide range of matters including recruitment, learning and development, performance management, employee relations, labor relations, talent development, and organizational design.
Serve as a trusted advisor to department directors, supervisors and employees on employee and workforce issues.
Works independently and/or collaboratively with the Employee Experience team to conduct investigations and provide resolution for employee grievances, conflicts, and recommend appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary actions to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and municipal policies.
Support department supervisors, managers, and directors in establishing performance expectations and conducting performance evaluations.
Provide coaching and guidance on performance improvement plans and career development opportunities.
Support employee career development initiatives and succession planning efforts.
Ensure compliance with municipal policies, procedures, and relevant employment laws and regulations.
Review and update HR policies and procedures as needed to reflect best practices and legal requirements.
Conduct audits and assessments to monitor HR compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned or situation(s) necessitates.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in business or public administration, human resources, finance, or a closely related/relevant field.
Proven experience (minimum of 3 years) of progressive experience in human resources, with a focus on employee relations, labor relations, and organizational/workforce development.
A combination of the prior listed qualifications in conjunction with practical experience will be considered.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Proven ability to manage complex HR issues with tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong project management and organizational abilities.
Experience managing people, preferably in a union environment.
Experience working in a municipal or public sector environment preferred.
Relevant certifications (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP, CIPD) preferred.

Posting expires when position is filled.