Human Resources Business Partner

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Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27057. For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Kerry Evans  kevans

Classification Title Personnel Officer Working Title Human Resources Business Partner Brief Position Overview

Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) are core University Human Resources team members, serving as strategic partners to client units at Montana State University. HRBPs provide expert guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and university regulations. Join a dynamic and evolving team of HR professionals committed to aligning HR strategies with client department goals, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration at the university!

Position Number 4M1594 Department HR Comp Ben Empl Services Division Administration Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $77,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Contract Type Classified Salary If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is the conduit between University Human Resources and the assigned client group(s) (i.e., colleges, departments, centers, administrative units, etc.) at Montana State University. This role focuses on aligning HR strategies with departmental goals, providing expert guidance to units across the university on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, and ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal policies and regulations.

The position builds and maintains partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflect the mission and priorities of MSU.

• Collaborates with leaders to identify and address HR needs and challenges for assigned units
• Performs organizational and departmental assessments, providing advice and guidance to clients on department reorganizations and change implementation
• Applies human resources policies, practices, and procedures to specific situations to advise assigned clients
• Provides innovative and creative solutions to the most complex issues

• Conducts comprehensive position analysis to determine appropriate classifications and ensure alignment with job descriptions
• Partners with leadership to develop, evaluate, and maintain accurate and current job descriptions that align with organizational needs and role expectations.
• Analyzes salary data and trends to support equitable pay structures across the university
• Conducts market research to ensure competitive compensation practices and support recruitment and retention efforts
• Prepares and presents reports on compensation and classification metrics, including pay equity and salary compression analyses
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and Montana University System policies and regulations regarding compensation and classification
• Provides training to client unit leaders on compensation and classification matters
• Initiates and facilitates compensation paperwork in partnership with client leaders

• Serves as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, and conflict resolution
• Analyzes workplace concerns, recommends solutions to personnel issues, ensuring a fair and consistent approach
• Advises managers on matters involving the progressive disciplinary process while highlighting the legal and policy-based requirements and ramifications
• Assists in risk management by identifying…