El Paso County, Colorado, USA · 5 hours ago
Human Resources Business Partner
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $94K/yr
4+ years expEl Paso County is seeking a seasoned Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization. The HRBP will navigate complex people-management issues, support a positive work environment, and apply employee relations expertise to enhance workplace effectiveness.
AssociationGovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Serves as a strategic resource for Departments and Offices regarding employee relations matters, performance management, recruitment solutions, employee retention, workforce planning, training needs, risk, benefits, and compensation. Collaborates with appropriate HR staff to develop business strategy and achieve goals
Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to the management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory and policy compliance. Stays abreast of employment law changes and requirements; disseminates this information and takes action to implement as applicable. Partners with the Office of the County Attorney as needed/required
Conducts workplace and Title VII investigations. Ensures timely completion of investigations and provides timely and objective investigation reports outlining findings, analysis, and recommended actions to relevant stakeholders, including HR leadership and management. Continuously assess and improve investigation processes and protocols to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and fairness
Provides performance management guidance to leadership (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions). Provides conflict resolution strategies; facilitates conversations, as necessary
Provides guidance and recommendations to leadership regarding the employee disciplinary process. Works with leadership to review and edit disciplinary documents; provides suggestions for recommended changes
Works closely with leadership and employees to improve work relationships and collaboration, build morale, increase productivity and retention, and create a sense of community within the workplace
Monitors, gathers, consolidates, and analyzes metrics and employee-related data to identify trends and develop solutions; compiles and disseminates reports as appropriate
Conducts and supports a variety of surveys and corresponding action plans for the County, departments, and offices, including employee engagement and stay surveys
Participates with projects; researches necessary and appropriate resources
Conducts organizational and talent assessments; collaborates with appropriate leadership to develop talent strategy and build workforce capability
Assists with the unemployment insurance (UI) program by helping to formulate responses to claims and attending appeal hearings, as necessary
Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identifies resource needs, reviews with appropriate management staff, and implements improvements
Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning
Identifies training needs for departments/offices and individuals. Participates in the monitoring of training programs to ensure the success of assigned departments/offices and/or individuals
Establishes and fosters effective working relationships and strong business partnerships
Provides support and assistance to other HR staff; informs and communicates with HR staff on related matters
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and Local policies, laws, and regulations
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook) Software and HRIS systems
Ability to analyze problems, complex data, and information and identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals
Must possess excellent writing, note-taking, and proofreading skills; ability to write clearly and concisely with proper regard to spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Must be an excellent communicator with the ability to effectively communicate with persuasion, tact, courtesy, and diplomacy, both verbally and in writing, even in difficult situations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, County staff, elected officials, and the public
Strong analytical skills to interpret and evaluate various methodologies and associated data
Must possess strong attention to detail and initiative, with the ability to determine appropriate workflow and to complete all tasks within deadlines
Must be customer service oriented and possess strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision
Must be honest, truthful, trustworthy, and possess a high degree of personal integrity
Must be able to handle difficult situations in a respectful and professional manner
Must be open to change and new information and able to adapt behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles
Ability to deal effectively with pressure and ambiguity
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
High school diploma or equivalent education
Four years of human resources experience of which two years must include providing performance management guidance, resolving complex employee relations issues, and conducting workplace and/or Title VII investigations
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field
Experience responding to unemployment insurance (UI) claims and attending UI appeal hearings
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential preferred
Associate of Workplace Investigators Certificate or SHRM Workplace Investigations Specialty credential preferred
Company
El Paso County, Colorado, USA
El Paso County lies in east central Colorado and encompasses more than 2,158 square miles.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nikki Simmons
Chief Financial Officer
Eli Peña
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
Colorado Springs Business Journal
2025-04-05
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