What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Business Partner - Temp position at City of Grand Prairie?
Job Summary
Join our team as a temporary HR Business Partner! Under general direction, this position cultivates partnerships with management and employees to deliver value-added Human Resources related services that reflect the business objectives of the organization. This position performs a variety of detailed HR functions related to recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, wellness programs, recognition programs, HRIS administration, training and development, civil service promotional testing and other related functions. It is a strategic partner for all Human Resources activities providing excellent customer service and strategic resolution to issues facing our City employees, retirees, citizens, and vendors. Apply today with The City of Grand Prairie!
This position has responsibilities that require exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Job Qualifications
Please note this is a TEMPORARY position:
Join our team as a temporary HR Business Partner! Under general direction, this position cultivates partnerships with management and employees to deliver value-added Human Resources related services that reflect the business objectives of the organization. This position performs a variety of detailed HR functions related to recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, wellness programs, recognition programs, HRIS administration, training and development, civil service promotional testing and other related functions. It is a strategic partner for all Human Resources activities providing excellent customer service and strategic resolution to issues facing our City employees, retirees, citizens, and vendors. Apply today with The City of Grand Prairie!
- This is a Full Time position with Benefits with an end date of 09/30/2026******
This position has responsibilities that require exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
- Ability to provide a broad range of advisory services including but not limited to benefits, compensation, position classification, employment, training, wellness, and employee recognition to assigned city departments while maintaining a high level of expertise in assigned functional area.
- Ability to respond to inquiries from employees and supervisors and facilitate solutions on matters including but not limited to policy interpretations, payroll issues, work related injuries, leave options, complaints, and retirement.
- Ability to research, analyze and produce special projects on complex issues such as special pay categories, organizational design, and human resource best practices utilizing various analytical methods and preparing written reports and presentations.
- Ability to provide consulting services on human resource related issues to assigned city departments while enhancing the role of the Human Resources Department as a strategic partner, administrative resource, and change agent.
- Other areas of responsibility include but are not limited to unemployment claim management, timely response to open records requests, and completing payroll functions.
- All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division.
- Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Job Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, with emphasis preferred in Human Resources Management, Business Management or related.
- Experience: At least 3 years of experience in performing directly related Human Resources duties in any of the disciplines - benefits, wellness, recruitment, risk, and retirement or related. Show a demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work well under stress and high demand.
- Licenses: Valid Class C Driver's License required
- Certifications Required: SHRM, SPHR or IPMA-CP/SCP highly desirable.
Please note this is a TEMPORARY position:
- Project Duration: The position is funded only through the project’s completion date of September 30, 2026.
- End of Project Employment: After the conclusion of the project, employment with the city will cease unless the individual applies for and is selected for a different, funded, and budgeted city position.
- No Guaranteed Transition: There will not be a specific position created for any project employee to continue their employment after the project ends.
