Human Resources Business Partner II at State of… · Lincoln

Summary: The State of Nebraska is seeking an experienced HR professional to join their Health & Human Services team as a HR Business Partner. This role involves partnering with agency leaders to align HR strategies with organizational goals, enhance workplace culture, and support teams through growth and change. Responsibilities: - Develop strong relationships with leaders to understand operational priorities and align HR strategies with organizational goals - Promote collaboration between HR teams and business units to deliver coordinated and responsive support - Use workforce data and insights to identify trends and recommend strategies that strengthen team performance and organizational effectiveness - Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues - Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations - Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of related experience. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis - Some travel and independent travel will be required - Must possess a valid Nebraska Driver's License Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to apply critical thinking to performance management, policy interpretation, and problem-solving, with clear and professional written communication - HR Certification as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP - Experience working in complex, multi-site, or public sector organizations - Experience coaching leaders on performance management and conflict resolution Required Skills: Performance management, Employee relations, HR policy interpretation, HR certification - PHR, HR certification - SPHR, HR certification - SHRM-CP, HR certification - SHRM-SCP, Coaching leaders, Professional written communication Benefits: Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities