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Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Rochester Institute of Technology
Hybrid — Remote/On-campusRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jul 2025

About the role

College/Division

Finance & Administration

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References

Employment Category

Fulltime

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Required Minimum Education Level

BA

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: Careers at RIT. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Wage Band

121A

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 7 + years of professional HR experience required, including experience working with multiple human resource disciplines including employee relations, compensation, recruitment, compliance, learning and development, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior work experience in higher education.
  • Demonstrated success working in a decentralized environment.
  • PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP.
  • Familiarity with Workday.
  • Familiarity with Title IX.
  • Proficiency/fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).

What do we believe at RIT?

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Work Location

Hybrid — Remote/On-campus

Job Summary

The Senior HR Business Partner (Senior HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to an assigned group of colleges and/or divisions and is responsible for providing leaders and staff with consultative HR services and support that reflect and advance the goals and objectives of the university. The Senior HRBP formulates partnerships across the HR function and campus community to deliver value-added services in areas such as employee relations, workforce planning, and organizational development. The Senior HRBP supports the Director of Employee Relations & HR Partnerships in fostering the onboarding and development of the HRBPs and in managing complex HR projects/initiatives.

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