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Iowa State University is seeking a Human Resources Partner (HRP) to support units within the Division of Student Affairs and the Office of the Vice President for Research. This role is a vital part of the universitys HR team providing leadership to three HR Coordinators and collaborating closely with peer HRPs HR specialists and University Human Resources leadership across campus.
The HRP will be responsible for delivering strategic HR services tailored to the unique needs of supported units ensuring alignment with institutional HR goals. Key responsibilities include:
This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting academic and research excellence through strategic human resources leadership.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Example of Duties
Maintains working knowledge of all applicable policies and procedures.
Deploys communicates and educates units on new HR programs policies and processes.
Advises unit leaders on workforce strategies (i.e. talent management plans succession plans and recruiting strategies); leveraging tools developed and delivered by University Human Resources (UHR).
Collaborates with UHR on critical workforce planning trends and needs on behalf of the unit/department.
Communicates broad HR-related themes and needs identified by the units to the Senior Manager Human Resource Delivery.
Provides proactive consultation on performance review process ratings and performance improvement plans/action plans.
Collaborates with employee relations investigations.
Advises units on implementing disciplinary action for staff and documentation in consultation with UHR/Provost.
Consults with units on promotions demotions title changes data changes and voluntary terminations for staff and faculty.
Partners with UHR to implement reductions in the workforce.
Advises on compensation using the universitys compensation framework.
Resolves issues escalated from direct reports.
Level Guidelines
Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit
Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports
Focus on ISUs mission and meeting department or work unit goals
Supervises a small department or work team
Often is a working supervisor with direct previous experience performing work of those supervised
Has full management responsibility for direct reports specifically the authority to hire fire and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management
Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policy
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration applications should be received byJuly 31 2025.
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Full-Time