HR Business Partner

Title: HR Business Partner

Employee Classification: HR Business Partner

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Human Resources

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Human Resources

Department: SYS-Human Resources-910600

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The UNT System Human Resources Department is one department made of a team of teams that supports various constituencies and component institutions within our UNT System Enterprise while working together to achieve the vision of becoming an enterprise that is values-driven and customer-focused with an emphasis on excellence, curiosity, and innovation. There are exciting things on the horizon, and we are looking for experienced and innovative HR professionals to join our journey.

Position Overview

The UNT System Human Resources Department is seeking to hire a Human Resources Business Partner to join our team. This role serves as a strategic HR partner, fostering strong relationships across departments to support employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness. It leverages HR data to inform decision-making, ensures policy compliance, and guides departments through change management and process improvements. The position also supports professional development, compensation and classification strategies, and contributes to HR program enhancements. Through cross-functional collaboration and independent project management, it ensures seamless HR service delivery aligned with university goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration or related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in HR or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Performs workplace investigations following best practices and prepares well written investigative reports making final determinations in investigations.
* Partners with university departments, divisions, managers, and employees to provide guidance on a wide variety of human resources issues in the areas of employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits and leave, employee engagement, compliance, policy interpretation, and institutional effectiveness measures.
* Utilizes knowledge of various human resources functions to provide tactical support, professional counsel, advice, and service to university constituents to help facilitate the success of the university's mission.
* Interprets and coaches on effective problem resolution using constructive strategies such as coaching, mediation, progressive discipline, or grievance processes that support relationships.
* Maintains an effective level of business acumen, institutional knowledge and literacy regarding business units, including core business, culture, and short and long-range plans.
* Researches and analyzes innovative human resources practices, staying abreast of trends in the field and the higher education industry.
* Acts as a liaison and collaborates with other human resources functions.
* Serves on special projects teams by researching, compiling, and analyzing human resources information.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• PHR/SPHR or SHRMCP/SCP Certification
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Higher Education experience

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Acts as a strategic partner to department leaders and employees by fostering strong relationships, proactively addressing workplace concerns, and enhancing morale and retention through regular strategic rounding. Provides expert guidance on conflict resolution, coaching, progressive discipline, and grievance procedures. 
• Use HR analytics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and support strategic planning. Provide insights that enhance workforce planning and partner with recruitment on talent strategies. 
• Interpret and advise on HR policies, procedures, and employment laws. Ensure consistent application and support compliance across departments. 
• Support departments through organizational change, restructuring, and process improvement initiatives. Facilitate constructive change and promote continuous improvement. 
• Collaborate with departments to identify development needs and deliver targeted training, coaching, and growth strategies aligned with individual and University goals. 
• Provide consultative support on job classification, compensation strategies, and market alignment in partnership with other UNT System HR teams. 
• Contribute to the enhancement of HR programs by providing feedback, identifying gaps, and supporting implementation of new initiatives that support both UNT System and UNT’s strategic goals. 
• Serve as a liaison between departments and UNT System HR functions (e.g., benefits, payroll, compensation) to ensure seamless service delivery. 
• Independently manage HR-related projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with the university's priorities. 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.