HR Business Partner

Employees at UWM in the Department of Human Resources work in an innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules. If you are a motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to make a real difference with our team, community, and the campus, we encourage you to apply!

About the role

The Human Resources (HR) Business Partner reports to the Department of Human Resources and provides comprehensive support to employees and leaders across the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM). This role serves as the primary HR liaison for assigned client groups, offering consultation on a wide range of human resources matters. The HR Business Partner collaborates with departmental leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals. The HR Business Partner serves as the main point of contact for client groups on topics related to HR policies, procedures, employment law, and best practices across all core HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a consultative Human Resources resource and liaison.
• Interprets, advises on, applies and disseminates complex policies, procedures, and options to leadership and employees; and recommends best strategies according to established objectives and goals.
• Facilitates and processes complex transactions and programs according to established policies and procedures.
• Audits human resources reports to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Develops and implements processes and procedures for one or many various HR functions such as employee trainings, recruitments, compensation, and payroll.
• Receives and responds to inquiries in-person, via email, and through various communication mediums and relays information to appropriate entities.
• Contributes to the development of strategic plans and directs staff implementation of initiatives in alignment with strategic goals.

Requirements

• At least two years of professional experience in one or more human resources disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field — OR — equivalent professional experience.

Qualifications

• Experience serving as an HR Business Partner or in a similar advisory role within a higher education institution or other complex organization.
• Proven ability to work independently while advising and supporting leadership on a broad range of HR matters.
• Demonstrated experience across multiple human resources disciplines (e.g., recruitment, employee relations, training).
• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and/or reporting data to support workforce strategy and planning.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience applying employment laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines (e.g., FMLA, FLSA, compensation practices).
• Coursework in Human Resources Management and/or current HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR).
• Effective problem-solving experience in employee relations matters.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Selected candidates will be required to complete an I-9 form to verify eligibility to work in the U.S.

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangements may be available. Primary work will be conducted on the UW-Milwaukee campus, with remote work requests considered after the initial training period. Details will be discussed during the interview process.

Pay

Target salary range: $68,000–$72,000 annually.

Benefits

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.