Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Agency HR Manager I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC19

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Description of Work

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for
providing strategic, consultative HR services to leadership, managers, and employees. Collaborates with leadership on culture-building strategies, and long-term workforce planning to support recruitment, engagement, and retention. Works to identify, establish, and track key HR metrics to evaluate program effectiveness, organizational competency gaps, and provide analysis for strategic decision-making. Monitors functional team deliverables, engages in problem resolution and contributes to process improvement. Collaborates with DHHS HR Leadership and Operational Services on change management, efficiencies, and key HR initiatives.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $67,122.00 - $117,465.00

Salary Range: $67,122.00 - $117,465.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Strong knowledge of HR laws, policies, organizational practices, and the ability to interpret and apply them across strategic and operational contexts.
• Skill in partnering with leaders on policy decisions, workforce planning, organizational culture, and overall organizational effectiveness.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present HR metrics and workforce data to support informed, strategic decision-making.
• Strong skills in identifying issues, improving processes, monitoring deliverables, and enhancing HR operations.
• Effective relationship-building and communication skills to work across HR and operational teams, convey guidance and insights, and support employee relations and development needs.

Per G.S. 126-5 (c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.

 

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

This position will work Monday - Friday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About the DHHS Division of Human Resources

The Division of Human Resources (DHR) provides strategic and operational leadership for DHHS human capital management, including employee relations, recruitment and selection, job evaluation, salary administration, benefits, workers’ compensation, safety, and staff development.

Supplemental Contact Information:

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified
individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised
position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

To be considered for employment an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing
boards/agencies.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all
• degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination
• process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your
• application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the night before the closing date.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over
  the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are
  "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several
  weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded
  with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of
  Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as
  equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
  

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

COMMUNICATION
Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting
other than your application status, please contact the Talent Acquisition team listed below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and at least 4 years of experience in human resources with some experience in an HR lead position;

OR

equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Elizabeth Button Buchanan

Recruiter Email:

ELIZABETH.BUCHANAN@DHHS.NC.GOV