NEOGOV · 7 hours ago
Human Resources Business Partner, Senior
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$72K/yr - $113K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join the City of Richmond's Human Resources Department. This role serves as a strategic partner and consultant to city departments, providing expert HR guidance and workforce solutions that align with organizational goals.
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Responsibilities
Manages HR programs, policies, procedures, structures, processes, and technology
Ensures the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of human resources plans and programs
Executes strategic plans and program initiatives, including talent acquisition and workforce planning
Regularly reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of HR programs; modifies to maintain value and relevance
Adopts a growth mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Seeks opportunities to create efficiencies and add value based on unique workforce needs
Manages a citywide performance management process
Maintains employee satisfaction and retention strategies for performance and career management
Develops and maintains employee satisfaction
Ensures employees are completing all relevant training
Works proactively with the City Attorney’s Office to mitigate employee relations/EEO risks
Stays abreast of changes in laws, regulations, policies, and programs relevant to employee relations and employment practices
Manages a high degree of sensitive and confidential employee and management information
Manages highly sensitive and confidential employee data and information
Supports and guides employees with general HR inquiries and requests
Maintains HR Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Manages efficient workflow for onboarding and offboarding of City of Richmond employees
Manages and owns seamless onboarding and offboarding processes
Manages employment verification processes for current and former employees
Manages all employee data in HRIS to ensure accuracy and timeliness of updates
Leverages workforce insights and analytics to focus leaders on people management issues and solutions
Ensures the accuracy of employee payroll and personal income tax in accordance with policies and guidelines
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of core human resources disciplines, including Performance Management, Compensation and benefits, Employee relations, and the Employee lifecycle
Managing and maintaining a citywide performance management system
City of Richmond community values, priorities, and public-service environment
Project management skills
Data analysis and data management skills
Coaching and consulting skills
Presentation skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Leadership skills
Problem-solving skills
Customer service skills
Collaboration and teamwork skills
Advanced Microsoft Office tools and virtual collaboration platform
Balance conflicting priorities and adapt to changing demands
Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Work with a high degree of confidentiality, autonomy, and accountability
Function effectively in a collaborative team environment
Apply professional judgment in sensitive or complex situations
5+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources or related
Bachelor's degree (equivalency not accepted in place of a required degree) Disciplines Preferred: Human Resources; Business; Public Administration
Valid Driver's License with satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire
HRCI HR Certification (PHRA/SPHR) or
SHRM HR Certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) or
PSHRA HR Certification (PSHRA-CP/PSHRA-SCP) or
Completion of a HR certification within one year of hire date
Benefits
Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Language Incentive
Referral Bonus
Tuition Assistance Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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