Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations bei Boulder County
Boulder County · Boulder, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Boulder
About the Department
Join Our Team as a Human Resources Employee Relations Business Partner!
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, fun environment; and embody the HR Department's transparency, flexibility, and innovation values. We aim to provide superior customer service to all employees of Boulder County government. If you are committed to advancing strategic priorities, are an excellent listener and writer, and can navigate multiple computer technologies and systems, this position might be for you. Excellent communication, sound data analytical skills, innovative thinking, and an understanding and appreciation of the benefits that inclusion and equity bring to an organization and those it serves are integral attributes.
About the Role
Boulder County Human Resources (HR) Department is seeking to hire a Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations to support offices and departments. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is a journey-level classification. The Human Resources Business Partner performs a variety of complex human resources duties and works with a considerable degree of independent judgment and decision-making. This position reports to a Senior HR Business Partner and Employee Relations Manager in the Employee Relations Division and performs related work for the entire organization.
Hiring Range: $68,976.00 - $84,138.00 Annually
What You'll Do
- Employee Relations - Provide coaching assistance, conflict management guidance, disciplinary recommendations, and policy interpretation to all employees. Address complaints, coordinate investigations, and assist in fair, equitable, and timely resolution of conflicts.
- Policy Implementation - Educate employees on employee relations policies and procedures. Provide guidance on performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee development.
- Documentation Integrity -Review, edit, and ensure the accuracy of disciplinary documents.
- Legal Collaboration -Work with the County Attorney's Office and HR Director on employment-related legal matters.
- Workplace Culture -Monitor and address workplace culture and climate, encouraging supervisors and managers to create positive and inclusive environments.
- Training Programs -Facilitate training on performance management and employee relations.
- Process Improvement -Conduct business process analysis and needs assessments to enhance efficiency.
- Data Analysis -Collect and analyze data on employee relations issues to identify trends and develop improvement strategies.
Why Boulder County?
You'll have the opportunity to shape the workplace culture for our employees, ensuring they are seen, heard, and thrive. Your strategic vision and leadership will directly impact our employees' well-being and satisfaction. Be part of a collaborative and fun team that values transparency, flexibility, and innovation. Enjoy outstanding benefits and a family-friendly environment including a PERA pension, generous vacation and medical leave, caregiver leave, and an infants-at-work program. The HR Department offers flexible work hours, including a four-day workweek option and hybrid work with occasional onsite meetings.
Core Values
Below are the foundational statements that define why our HR Department exists and articulate our vision for the future; where is HR going? Mission: Supporting a culture where all employees are seen, heard, and thrive. Our core values define how we in the HR Department approach our work. They are our core beliefs and the lenses through which all our work is done. The values represent who we are, how we serve, and how we treat everyone.
Racial Equity- We challenge systems to interrupt racism as described in Policy 1.06 - Fully Inclusive Anti-Racist, & Multicultural Organization.
lnclusivity- We invite multiple perspectives to create connection.
Partnership- We engage our colleagues to create mutual support and collaboration.
Impact- We provide accurate and timely service.
Integrity- We approach all we do with transparency, humility, and ethical behavior.
Fun- We have fun while working hard.
Learn- We create opportunities for continuous improvement and education.
Empower- We provide resources for people to thrive.
Position Duties
- Supports employees and supervisors with employee relations, performance management, coaching, and internal processes and policies
- Provides technical Human Resources assistance to employees and the general public as needed
- Reviews and implements process improvements with a racial equity lens
- May serve as a neutral liaison for investigations related to harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other workplace conduct issues.
- Assists with disciplinary review, including editing disciplinary documents and coordinating data collection as well as reviewing and recommending personnel actions in the areas of hiring, discipline and termination of county staff
- May participate in interview panels and guide hiring managers in the inclusive hiring process
- May teach and guide supervisors in employee relations processes and learning opportunities
- Completes special projects as assigned
- Collaborates with the County Attorney's Office and HR leadership to navigate employment law issues and minimize risk.
- May present and/or teach policies and procedures or other content both virtually and in-person.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
- Willing to travel to multiple locations on occasion, while maintaining a hybrid schedule
- Performs related work, as required
- May be reassigned during emergency situations
Minimum Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application, please describe all relevant education and experience as applications are assessed based on the listed qualifications. Resumes and attachments will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. As part of our equitable hiring process, personally identifiable information (PII) will be redacted from applications forwarded to the hiring manager.
Education & Experience
- 6 (six) years of combined education and experience in human resources or related field.
- including 2 years of employee relations experience(coaching, mediation, labor relations, and workplace investigations).
Work Conditions
This is a full-time, benefited position that works primarily remote with an average of one day per month in-office, with onsite options in Lafayette, Longmont, and Boulder. This position will work Monday – Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, with some flexibility available regarding schedule. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is exempt. Some travel within Boulder County is required. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is exempt.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Must pass conditional post offer background check.
- Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
Other Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong working knowledge of human resources principles and employee relations practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on clarity, documentation, and respect
- Strong conflict resolution, de-escalation, and mediation skills
- Demonstrated emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive issues
- Experience working across lines of difference with cultural humility and a racial equity lens
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Analytical and strategic thinking skills to interpret data and inform decisions
- Strong initiative, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset
- Experience conducting or supporting impartial workplace investigations
- Demonstrated history of promoting and contributing to a positive workplace culture, especially within diverse teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- SHRM or HRCI Certification
- HRIS experience
- Experience working in a unionized or government setting
- Knowledge of employment and labor laws applicable to public sector environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook)
- Experience supporting a hybrid work environment
- First Round Interviews: Week of November 10th
- Second Round Interviews: Week of November 17th
- Reference Check: Week of November 17th
- Desired Start Date: Week of December 8st
Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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