Human Resources Business Partner I
Harris CountyAbout the role
Posting number: 16878
Department: Public Library
Division: Administrative Offices
Job classification: Human Resources Specialist
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Community Services, Engineering, IT and Computers, Library, Planning and Development, Management, Education, Professional, Executive Management, Community Development, Customer Service, Project Management, Organizational Development, Business, Communications, Community and Social Services, Education, Training & Library, Office and Administrative Support, Program Management
Summary
Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History
The Harris County Public Library (HCPL) system, established in 1921, began as a collection of small libraries located in stores, post offices, and private homes. Over the years, it has grown into a robust network comprising 26 branch libraries, two technology service centers, and two partner locations that provide collection and circulation services. HCPL serves the communities of unincorporated Harris County and cities without independent library systems.In 2024, HCPL received the prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the highest honor awarded to libraries in the United States. Bestowed annually by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this award recognizes institutions that deliver exceptional service to their communities. The library was recognized for innovative initiatives like HCPL Connected, Enhanced+ Library Cards, and its Mobile Outreach Librarian program.
HCPL is also recognized as one of the best places to work, offering a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Its dedication to employee well-being, diversity, and community impact makes HCPL more than just a workplace—it’s where individuals can grow, inspire, and contribute to meaningful change.
What you will do at Harris County Public Library:
The Human Resources Business Partner I provides entry-level professional and administrative HR support to employees, supervisors, and managers across core HR functions, including recruitment and staffing, classification and compensation, employee relations, payroll and benefits, performance management, training, compliance, and records management. Under general supervision, this position provides basic consultation to departments on routine workforce issues, HR policies, procedures, and employment practices; supports HR programs and processes; and maintains HRIS and personnel records. The position identifies and escalates complex or sensitive matters and performs work with accuracy, confidentiality, customer service, and compliance with applicable laws and HCPL and Harris County policies.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provides entry-level HR consultation and guidance to department leaders, supervisors, and employees regarding routine workforce matters, HR policies, procedures, and standard employment practices in a respectful, consistent, and service-oriented manner.
Supports assigned HR functional areas, including workforce planning, recruitment and staffing, classification and compensation, employee relations, payroll and benefits administration, performance management, learning and development, and compliance activities.
Processes personnel actions and employment-related transactions; maintains HR data; updates HRIS records; prepares, reviews, and routes documents; tracks action items and deadlines; and responds to routine HR inquiries with accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Leads recruitment and staffing processes, including position and requisition coordination, job posting support, candidate tracking, interview scheduling, onboarding and documentation, and related communications.
Supports employee relations activities by receiving and documenting concerns, gathering relevant information, maintaining accurate records, tracking follow-up items, preserving confidentiality, and escalating
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