About the position The Vermont Department of Human Resources (DHR) is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner or Generalist to join our team in providing HR services and support to multiple departments in the Agency of Administration (Department of Buildings and General Services, Department of Taxes, Department of Finance and Management and Department of Libraries), the Agency of Digital Services, and several smaller departments. Candidates at the HRBP III level will have experience and skills performing the above functions, in addition to experience providing guidance and assistance to supervisors on performance and conduct related issues, investigations and disciplinary process. The ideal candidate prioritizes work effectively and adapts to changing demands in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills are required to coordinate and process a large volume of work and operational functions. Working both independently and as part of a team to deliver accurate and timely work, as well as having an aptitude and interest to learn are all key to success in this position. Well-developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are required. The Department is currently supporting a hybrid telework environment. Requests to telework will be considered, with some in person work at our Montpelier office required.

Responsibilities

• Varying degrees of HR work in performance management, supervisory coaching, labor relations, hiring and onboarding, position management, classification, workers' compensation and reasonable accommodation requests.
• Providing information and guidance to employees and supervisors on employee relations and performance management consistent with Personnel Policies Procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Performing considerable systems work and data management in the VTHR system.
• Providing guidance and assistance to supervisors on performance and conduct related issues, investigations and disciplinary process.

Requirements

• Five (5) years or more of experience in the field of human resources that includes employee relations or labor relations.
• Experience and skills performing HR functions including performance management, supervisory coaching, labor relations, hiring and onboarding, position management, classification, workers' compensation and reasonable accommodation requests.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate and process a large volume of work and operational functions.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Aptitude and interest to learn.
• Well-developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with various systems, databases and Microsoft Office 365 applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience with organizational development and training.
• Labor Relations experience.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined benefit pension plan
• Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program