Job Description

Position Summary

The Human Resource Business Partner will run daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including exposure within HR Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement & Retention, Learning & Development, and Total Rewards. The HR Business Partner will provide assistance using HR core competencies (Leadership & Navigation; Ethical Practice; Relationship Management; Communication; Global & Cultural Effectiveness; Business Acumen; Consultation; and Critical Evaluation).

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field; and

Six (6) years Human Resource generalist experience.

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, IPMA-CP or IPMA-CS certification preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

Preferred Knowledge

Human Resources Information Systems
Employment Law & Hiring Practices
Classification/Compensation methods and procedures
Arbitration and Union Contract Negotiations
Labor Relations and employment contract law
Employee Relations principles, practices, methods and programs
City of Albuquerque Personnel Rules and Regulations, policies and procedures
Administrative hearing procedures and processes
Intermediate to advanced computer and software programs applicable to assigned area
Operational characteristics of an Employee Relations program
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations pertaining to fair labor practices and employment laws
Principles and practices of labor relations including employee grievance, administration, negotiation theories and techniques, and collective bargaining

Preferred Skills & Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation and conflict resolution tactics.
Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles.
Effectively negotiate terms and conditions of employment
Analyze and review correspondence such as letters of instruction, notices of investigation and pre-determination notices
Review and analyze matters pertaining to discipline, conflict resolution and the grievance/arbitration process
Prepare and present arguments for grievances
Interpret a variety of fair labor laws and practices
Interpret City of Albuquerque Personnel Rules and Regulation, Merit System Ordinance, and Labor Management Ordinance
Interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Provide guidance and assistance regarding Human Resources policies and procedures, rules and regulations
Develop, interpret and maintain relevant policies and procedures
Provide administrative support to staff in the preparation for grievance procedures
Lead and functionally supervise staff
Support organizational effectiveness by partnering with central human resources to provide departmental advise and guidance that results in alignment of citywide objectives
Perform technical research, including statistical and wage and hour analyses, and document information and procedures
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and Human Resources Information Systems
Recruit, qualify and staff positions
Maintain confidentiality of work
Communicate clearly and concisely
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work