Human Resources Business Partner

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

Salary: $29.68 - $43.04 - Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Grade: CP10

OC26-248

Join Our Team as a Human Resources Business Partner in Beautiful Lake Havasu City!

Are you a dynamic HR professional ready to make an impact in the heart of Lake Havasu City? We are seeking an experienced and versatile Human Resources Business Partner to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to support a full spectrum of HR functions in a vibrant public service environment.

If you thrive on variety and are passionate about cultivating a positive workplace culture, read on!

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: You must complete an online application. Resumes in lieu of application will not receive consideration.

The Opportunity

This intermediate-level position within the Human Resources Department offers exposure to all facets of Human Resources. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will be a key player in essential operations that support our most valuable asset: our employees.

Your work will span multiple critical areas:

• Benefits & Wellness: Guide employees through benefit options, process life events and terminations (including COBRA), coordinate leaves of absence, and manage our return-to-work program.
• Classification & Compensation: Support job analyses, assist in developing new or revised job specifications, conduct vital salary surveys, and inform compensation processes.
• Recruitment & Talent Management: Drive the hiring process from advertising and sourcing to onboarding, ensuring an ongoing pipeline of exceptional talent for Lake Havasu City.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Remain current with general labor law compliance, educate staff on regulatory requirements, and assist with risk management and workers’ compensation administration.
• HRIS & Data Integrity: Work within Human Resources Information Systems (like Oracle) to manage employee data, ensure integrity, run reports, and analyze data to inform decision-making.

Who We Are Looking For

We need a proactive HR professional with the knowledge, skill, and ability to jump in and contribute immediately.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education/Experience: An Associate/Technical degree in human resources or a related field PLUS considerable experience in Human Resources (HR) functions, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses: A valid Driver’s License is required to operate and maintain motor vehicles.
• Certification: SHRM, SPHR or PHR Certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Safety Expertise: OSHA 30-Hour Training preferred.
• System Knowledge: Specific experience with Oracle Fusion is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities We Value:

• General knowledge of public administration HR principles, including EEO, recruitment, and benefits administration.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in research methods, data analysis, and standard software packages.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and maintain absolute confidentiality in sensitive matters.
• Strong organizational skills, integrity, and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues, vendors, and the public.

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Lake Havasu City offers an exceptional benefits package for full-time (FTE) employees: 

• Employer-provided Medical/Rx (EPO or HDHP)
• Dental/Vision
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
• Employer-Provided Basic Life Insurance
• Optional Additional Life Insurance
• Optional Insurance-Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Indemnity
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Bereavement Leave
• Paid Vacation 
• Short Term Disability 
• Long Term Disability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Optional Deferred Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards

Additional Comments

Lake Havasu City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. 

Applicants for employment opportunities should be aware of the Lake Havasu City policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment.  

 The City reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants. The succeeding examination processes may be required: training and experience, testing, panel interview, employment eligibility verification (EEV) requirements, personnel evaluation profile (PEP), polygraph test, background investigation, and alcohol/drug screening test. Appointment subject to successful background investigation and City-paid post-employment medical examination after offer of employment has been made.