HR Business Partner

About the role

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) role at TSTC is dedicated to aligning the college's objectives with the needs and experiences of leaders and teammates at designated campus locations. This role requires a strong understanding of employment law, HR policies, and compliance requirements, along with the ability to build trust and credibility with leaders and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate TSTC’s Core Values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and community members.
• Maintain and grow trusted relationships with campus leaders and teammates, fostering open communication and collaboration.
• Support and provide resources for initiatives that enhance workplace culture, engagement, and connection.
• Serve as a reliable resource for guidance, coaching, and feedback, ensuring consistency and care in all interactions.
• Provide leaders with support and resources throughout the performance and development cycle, including goal setting, feedback, and growth planning.
• Anticipate capability needs and recommend development opportunities that align with team and college goals.
• Partner with others to promote fair, consistent, and growth-focused practices that strengthen the teammate experience.
• Maintain a strong understanding of State and Federal employment law, Texas State HR statutes, and TSTC policies and practices.
• Ensure that organizational policies and processes are applied consistently, fairly, and transparently.
• Collaborate with internal partners to support onboarding, compensation, and workforce transitions with accuracy and care.
• Maintain records and metrics that inform decisions and reinforce accountability.
• Anticipate the needs of supported leaders and teammates, proactively offering solutions that strengthen performance and engagement.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver consistent and responsive support that advances organizational priorities.
• Participate in initiatives that enhance the overall teammate experience and strengthen trust across the college.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: 5+ years of progressive HR experience in employee relations, HR operations, or business partnership. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with leaders and teammates at all levels.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent). Experience in higher education, public sector, or large-scale workforce organizations. Proficiency with HR information systems and analytics tools.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Minimum Qualifications - 5+ years of progressive HR experience in employee relations, HR operations, or business partnership. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with leaders and teammates at all levels.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent). Experience in higher education, public sector, or large-scale workforce organizations. Proficiency with HR information systems and analytics tools.

Skills & Abilities

• HR Expertise: Applies broad knowledge of HR functions—including employee relations, performance management, and workforce transitions—with sound judgment and attention to compliance.
• Relationship Building: Establishes trust and credibility with employees and leaders by being responsive, fair, and supportive in all interactions.
• Consultation & Coaching: Offers practical, solutions-oriented guidance to support performance, resolve conflict, and improve outcomes across the employee lifecycle.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally, adapting tone and approach to diverse audiences. Maintains confidentiality and delivers difficult messages with care.
• Problem Solving: Thinks critically and analytically to resolve issues and recommend process improvements. Uses data and trends to inform decisions.
• Collaboration: Partners effectively with peers and stakeholders across HR and the college to ensure consistency, alignment, and timely support.
• Organization & Follow-Through: Manages multiple priorities, tracks commitments, and follows through with accuracy and accountability.

Benefits

TSTC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Specific details are available upon request.

Pay

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Schedule

The HR Business Partner role typically works a standard 40-hour week, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.