Manager, Human Resource Business Partner; MNR

Manager, Human Resource Business Partner (MNR)

Department:
People

Supervisor:
Director HR Business Partner

Hours of Work: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm (7.5 hours/day) or as required

Employment Type:

Full time

Salary Range: $105,500 – $110,631

Telework:
One day per week (eligible)

• HR Business Partner Support & Strategic HR Initiatives
  • Support and implement the MTA People Department’s integrated solutions, programs, and strategies, delivering a full range of HR services across multiple functions for the agency.
  • Partner with Senior HRBPs and departmental leadership to support organizational reviews, workforce planning and forecasting, recruitment strategies, succession planning, and resolution of compensation issues.
  • Support the day-to-day HR activities of assigned departments by developing strong strategic relationships and providing efficient, customer-service-oriented HR support to meet departmental needs.
  • Serve as a departmental resource on Metro-North People policies and procedures, ensuring consistent interpretation, application, and implementation across the business area.
• Leave Administration & Compliance
  • Manage day-to-day leave administration programs, including FMLA, PFL, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability in accordance with agency policies and federal/state regulations.
  • Prepare documentation and manage communications with employees, managers, Labor Relations, and third-party vendors regarding employee leave and benefits.
  • Conduct audits of employees approved for FMLA and PFL leave to identify trends and ensure compliance with HR policies.
• Compensation, HR Data & Administrative Operations
  • Support salary administration for non-represented positions partnering with Compensation to prepare salary offers, conduct compensation analyses, and review or revise job descriptions.
  • Initiate and track personnel actions (PARs, PURs) to ensure timely and accurate processing in HR systems.
  • Conduct research and prepare statistical analyses to support HR policy development and program initiatives.
  • Review HRIS data for accuracy, generate ad-hoc reports and queries, and ensure data integrity.
• Employee Relations, Engagement & Workplace Support
  • Assist with employee relations matters, including investigations, performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions, and terminations when necessary.
  • Support employee engagement initiatives by partnering with managers and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and enhance productivity and retention.
  • Visit field locations to strengthen relationships, understand operational challenges, and provide practical HR solutions.
  • Assist with reasonable accommodation requests by coordinating with employees, managers, and stakeholders to ensure timely and effective solutions.
• Other duties as assigned
• Comply with all policies and standards
• May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable
• Observe work performed by contractors, as applicable
• Review invoices and approve them if the work meets contractual standards, as applicable
• Address performance issues with contractors when possible, as applicable
• Escalate issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

• Demonstrated supervisory and/or leadership abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential matters and information, with strong judgement.
• Practical working knowledge of at least two HR disciplines: recruitment, compensation, performance management, employee relations, HRIS, or benefits.
• Experience administering HR programs, managing multiple responsibilities within limited time frames.
• Proven leadership, management, problem‑solving, planning, organizing, and decision‑making skills with creative abilities.
• Strong knowledge of corporate organizational structures and resource‑staffing needs.
• Working knowledge of labor agreements and related HR laws.
• Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws and regulations.
• Effective communication (oral and written), human relations, presentation, conflict/management, coordination, and negotiating skills.
• Experience developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to build effective partnerships with department…