Human Resources Business Partner

Title: Human Resources Business Partner

State Role Title: Human Resource Analyst II

Hiring Range: $85000 $90000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel

Location:Main Street Centre

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only E

Job Duties

At DHCD our Human Resources Division is dedicated to delivering exceptional HR services built on integrity consistency and collaboration. We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our team and play a critical role in driving HR excellence across the agency.

About the Role:
The ideal candidate is a seasoned HR professional who thrives in an independent role and has considerable expertise in:

Leading Commonwealth benefits and leave administration programs
Developing progressive performance management strategies
Driving impactful employee relations and engagement initiatives
Implementing innovative wellness programs
Building strong collaborative relationships across HR and the agency

As a Human Resources Business Partner you will analyze workforce trends leverage data to influence decisionmaking and collaborate with senior leaders to align HR strategies with the agencys objectives. You will provide comprehensive support to managers and employees enhancing leadership capabilities and overall organizational effectiveness.

This is a standout opportunity to join a small but rapidly expanding public sector agency where our HR team exemplifies excellence in service innovation and impact.

Our Core Values:
The Human Resources Division is firmly rooted in our values:
Integrity Acting with transparency and accountability
Responsiveness Delivering timely and effective HR solutions
Innovation Driving forwardthinking initiatives
Diversity Fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment
Community Building strong partnerships and engagement

If you align with these values we invite you to apply!

Key Responsibilities:
Benefits & Leave Administration Guide employees through Commonwealth leave programs and benefits ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g. health insurance VA Disability Program (VSDP) workers compensation FMLA ADA).
Performance Management Provide consultation and resources to managers ensuring effective goal setting coaching and performance feedback processes.
Employee Relations & Experience Advise leaders on HR policies and best practices support employee relations matters and conduct investigations as needed. Promote an engaging and productive work environment and mitigate potential risks.
Employee Training Deliver engaging orientation sessions and develop strategic training programs to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
Employee Wellness & Engagement Programs As CommonHealth Coordinator spearhead wellness initiatives mental health resources and engagement strategies to support employee wellbeing.

As we pursue our ambitious HR vision for 2025 DHCD is revolutionizing HR processes implementing cuttingedge initiatives cultivating trusted partnerships and ensuring unwavering compliance with agency state and federal regulations.

To achieve this vision we need forwardthinking professionals who bring innovative problemsolving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. If youre ready to make a real impact we look forward to speaking with you!

Minimum Qualifications

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource management and applicable federal and state laws and regulations surrounding benefits administration leave program administration performance management employee relations employee wellness programs employee engagement new hire onboarding HR training and processing personnel transactions.

Extensive working experience administering human resource related programs to include benefits administration leave program administration performance management employee relations employee wellness programs employee engagement strategies new hire onboarding and processing personnel transactions.

Substantial experience using a computer and HR Information System (HRIS) systems. (Ex. Excel Word PowerPoint Cardinal Recruitment Management System PageUp etc.

Skilled at communicating confidential information effectively both orally and in writing with clients and stakeholders using a variety of methods. Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills.

Considerable working experience editing reading and interpreting agency federal and state HR policies and procedures.

Demonstrated ability to analyze and manipulate data to reach conclusions which are logical and legally supportable; analyze and implement policies procedures and programs; ability to plan organize and prioritize work.

Additional Considerations

Working experience in recruitment and selection is desirable.

Experience working with payroll services (Ex Dept Of Accounts Payroll Services Bureau) is desirable.

PHR SHRMCP or SHRMSCP Certification is desirable.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the positions closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail email or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding jobrelated knowledge skills experience and abilities.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to positionspecific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.

Background and Reference Checks:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses:
We are committed to recruiting hiring and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military National Guard or Reserve. If applicable please submit form DD214 with your state application.

Sponsorship:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S. a Lawful Permanent Resident or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations:
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race sex color national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status political affiliation genetics or disability in the recruitment selection and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility diversity opportunity and inclusion.

Diversity Opportunity and Inclusion:
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners grantees and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.

Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.