Human Resources Business Partner I at State of Nebraska in Norfolk, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25



Location:

Norfolk, NE



Hiring Rate:

$26.318



Job Posting:

JR2024-00010079 Human Resources Business Partner I (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
10-03-2024



Job Description:

Are you a HR professional with a high personal standard of integrity and a dedication to the success of our internal customers? The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) offers an exciting career opportunity as an HR Business Partner I. We seek candidates who are dynamic, goal-oriented, customer-centric, self-motivated, and aligned with our mission of "Helping People Live Better Lives."


The Norfolk Regional Center (NRC) is a 24-hour facility with 3 shifts of employees and leaders. NRC is a 120-bed psychiatric hospital, operated by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and provides Phase 1 services in the Nebraska Sex Offender Treatment Program. This program is a three-phase treatment program meant to reduce dangerousness and risk of re-offense for patients involved in treatment.


Come grow with us! DHHS offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, and career pathing. It's not just a job - it's a career!



Examples of Work



The work we do daily with DHHS teammates within our Human Resources Business Partner team has a great impact on the Nebraskans we serve.


This position will support the Norfolk Regional Center. What you will do as a HR Business Partner I:


-Serve as a credible trusted advisor to employees and supervisors within DHHS


-Help advise management on employee relations matters, policy interpretation, recruitment and retention; liaison with administrative staff and internal/external partners;


-Consults and partner with other HR team members across the state.


*Successful candidates will possess outstanding writing skills, an attention to detail and an ability to manage many priorities and projects all while building positive relationship with employees and supervisors. Travel is required.



Requirements/Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.



Preferred Qualifications: 2-3 years' experience in Human Resources management including areas such as: Human resources practices and procedures; employee relations including investigation, discipline, grievances, and labor management; mediation and conflict resolution. Experience working with Labor Contracts and Classified System Personnel Rules and Regulations.



Other: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation for work-related travel. No remote work.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.