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Human Resources Business Partner II (HRBP II)
Amherst, Massachusetts, United States
Full Time
Human Resources
Hybrid
Staff
Opening on: Aug
Closing on: Dec 6 2026
Title: Human Resources Business Partner II (HRBP II)
Executive Area: Human Resources
College/School/MBU: Human Resources
Department: Office of Human Resources
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Summary
The Human Resources Business Partner II (HRBP II) facilitates HR processes, ensuring alignment with business goals for assigned units. They provide guidance and policy interpretation on moderately complex HR issues including recruitment, compensation/classification, leave administration, and performance management.
Essential Functions
Serves as a key point of contact for Human Resources-related issues within the business unit(s). Interprets and advises managers on HR policies, procedures and best practices. Handles moderately complex HR issues, partnering with senior-level HR staff as appropriate.
Collaborates with hiring managers to develop and refine job descriptions. Provides guidance on role-specific competencies and helps craft language that accurately reflects the position’s essential functions and qualifications. Ensures job descriptions fully comply with applicable requirements including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Provides guidance to employees and managers on the University’s classification and compensation frameworks. Partners with the Compensation team to resolve routine compensation-related issues.
Drives full-cycle recruitment efforts. Advises hiring managers on recruitment planning and best practices to attract top talent.
Collaborates closely with employees, managers, and the Employee Accommodations and Absence Support Team to identify and address accommodation and/or absence support needs. Serves as the first point of contact within supported units, ensuring the Absence Support Team is informed of potential cases for evaluation and compliance processing (e.g., ADA, FMLA, PMFL). Maintains ongoing communication with employees and managers throughout the leave or accommodation period, supports successful returns to work, and promotes a positive and compliant employee experience.
Facilitates solutions for straightforward performance management issues. Provides support to senior-level HR staff in resolving more complex employee and labor relations matters.
Develops advanced reports and performs data analyses to support data-informed decision-making.
Assists senior level HR staff in the implementation and evaluation of training programs, professional development initiatives, and other key HR projects. Contributes to the creation and delivery of employee development strategies.
Partners with HR functional areas and campus departments to improve coordination, efficiency, and consistency in HR processes, sharing feedback to support continuous improvement across service areas.
May supervise HR staff.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of human resources experience.
Experience supporting employee and/or labor relations matters with guidance, including conflict resolution, coaching conversations, and application of HR policies and procedures in routine to moderately complex situations.
Experience applying discretion and fairness in addressing employee concerns and workplace issues.
Additional Details
This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm.
This position has the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, which is defined by the University as an arrangement where an employee’s work is regularly performed at a location other than the campus workspace for a portion of the week. As this position is non-unit, it is subject to the terms and conditions of the University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees Non-Unit (Professional/or Classified) Employee Personnel Policy.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: PSSAP Grade 28
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This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
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Worksite address
amherst, MA, 01002, US
Who can apply
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