Official Job Title: HR Business Partner Division: Human Resources Department: Office of Human Resources Bargaining Unit Status: Non-Unit FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Vice Chancellor for Human Resources Supervises: May supervise students and other HR staff as assigned. Position Summary: The HR Business Partner (HRBP) at UMass Dartmouth is a forward-thinking, strategic advisor and trusted partner to campus leadership, managers, and employees across the university. As a highly visible and accessible resource, the HRBP plays a pivotal role in shaping a positive workplace culture, driving organizational effectiveness, and advancing the university's mission through innovative human resources solutions. The HRBP manages a broad portfolio of HR activities-including talent acquisition, total compensation, employee and labor relations, training and development, and organizational change initiatives-for assigned areas. This role operates as a business partner, change agent, management advocate, and employee resource, providing expert guidance and solutions aligned with UMass Dartmouth's strategic objectives. The HRBP also ensures cross-coverage for HR colleagues and acts as a key contributor to HR- wide projects and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with campus leadership and managers to understand workforce needs, providing HR solutions that are innovative, data-driven, and aligned with university strategy and values.
- Develop and implement workforce plans, identify skill gaps, and create strategies for talent acquisition, development, and retention, ensuring compliance with EEO.
- Coach and advise managers on employee relations, labor relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and legal compliance, fostering a culture of accountability, equity, and continuous improvement.
- Investigate and resolve complex employee issues with empathy, fairness, and adherence to applicable laws and university policies.
- Collaborate with the HR team on compensation, benefits, labor relations, and training initiatives, leveraging best practices and benchmarking data to enhance HR programs.
- Lead HR strategic planning and business goal-setting sessions with assigned leaders and their teams, supporting organizational change and transformation.
- Guide leaders in organizational design, succession planning, and effective communication strategies to meet evolving academic and administrative needs.
- Assess training needs and develop relevant professional development programs to build organizational capability and foster career growth.
- Oversee onboarding and transition processes for new employees and senior leaders, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive experience.
- Represent HR at campus committees and events, building partnerships and promoting the HR function across the university.
- Provide cross-coverage and back-up support for other HR Business Partners as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the university and the HR department.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
- Demonstrated progressive HR generalist experience, preferably in higher education or a similarly complex organization.
- Ability to influence and build relationships at all organizational levels with excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
- Commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and diverse work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
- Experience in higher education and/or a complex unionized environment.
- Supervisory or management experience.
- Experience in a public institution.
SALARY: $75,000 - $85,000 UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:
- 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- State Pension Retirement Plan
- Optional Retirement Savings Plans
- Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
- Twelve (12) paid holidays
- Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
- And More!
Benefits for Non-Unit Professional: Non-Unit Professional Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available. To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and the contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will be immediate and ongoing until the position is filled.
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UMass Dartmouth
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, retirement plan
Jul 25, 2025