Human Resources Business Partner- Water Resources Dept. na City of Greensboro, NC
City of Greensboro, NC · Greensboro, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Professional
- Escritório em Greensboro
About the Department
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Compensation and Benefits:
Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $51,821.00 - $59,358.00 Full Salary Range: $45,017.00 - $80,557.00 Annually
Benefits:
The City of Greensboro offers an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.
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Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:
As a Human Resources Business Partner, you’ll be at the heart of the Water Resources team, helping employees navigate key HR processes while supporting a positive and compliant workplace culture. You’ll handle a variety of responsibilities—from payroll and benefits to hiring and compliance—with professionalism, accuracy, and care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented HR professional who values people, process improvement, and public service. You’ll make a direct impact by supporting our city’s mission, ensuring employees are informed, empowered, and cared for.
About the Water Resources Department:
The Water Resources Department ensures Greensboro’s residents and businesses have access to safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater services. From treatment facilities to infrastructure maintenance, our teams protect public health, support environmental stewardship, and fuel economic growth.
Behind every operation are dedicated employees—and that’s where the Human Resources Business Partner plays a key role. This position supports the people who make our city’s water systems operate smoothly and safely.
About the Role:
The Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for administering and coordinating essential HR functions for the Water Resources Department, including payroll, benefits, Workers’ Compensation, and FMLA. This position serves as a trusted advisor to employees and supervisors, ensuring compliance with City, State, and Federal requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer and process paperwork related to Payroll, Worker’s Compensation, FMLA, and Benefits
Support and monitor the hiring process, including interviews, new hire entries, promotions, and terminations
Conduct departmental new hire orientations and assist with onboarding activities
Serve as a departmental contact for Kronos system activities and inquiries
Communicate and update supervisors and employees regarding policies, procedures, and HR programs
Maintain confidentiality of employee information in compliance with HIPAA and City policies
Demonstrate the ability to plan, organize, and administer HR programs and tasks with minimal supervision
Prepare and modify correspondence and business documents as needed
Provide back-up support to other departmental HR and administrative staff as required
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
Highly organized and self-motivated
Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills
Exercises sound judgment and maintains strict confidentiality
Skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Committed to accuracy, dependability, and excellent customer service
Your Career Path
This position offers opportunities for professional development and growth within the People & Culture and Water Resources Departments. With experience, you may advance to positions such as a People and Culture (HR) Department. Representative, HR Analyst, Benefits Rep, Talent Acquisition Rep, or HR Manager. The City supports your professional journey through training, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities.
Our Commitment to You:
As a Human Resources Business Partner, you’ll play a vital role in supporting a workforce dedicated to delivering one of our city’s most essential services—clean, reliable water. Your work will ensure that our employees feel supported, our policies stay compliant, and our mission continues to flow smoothly.
Join us and help build a stronger, more connected Greensboro—one employee at a time.
This position is Non-Exempt under FLSA PolicyMinimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid Driver's License
- Associate's Degree
- Or an equivalent High School diploma/ GED with 5 years of direct Human Resources experience or related field
- 1 year of Human Resources or Administrative Human Resources, or directly related work experience
- Prior experience using Microsoft Office
- NC Notary (must obtain within 6 months of employment)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with an HRIS system such as GHR
- Previous experience using Kronos Timekeeping system
- Valid Notary License
