What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Business Partner position at State of North Carolina?
Salary : $62,739.00 - $109,794.00 Annually
Location : Wake County, NC
Job Type : Permanent Full-Time
Job Number : 25-00301 DHR 60043348
Department : Dept of Health and Human Services
Division : SEC OFFICE - HUMAN RESOURCES
Opening Date : 01 / 16 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 3 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title : Agency HR Manager I
Position Number : 60043348
Salary Grade : NC19
Description of Work
As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $64,621 - $113,088
- THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE TO BE HYBRID REMOTE
The HR Business Partner is one of two HR Business Partners that partner with and provide consultation to the leadership team within the Opportunity & Wellbeing Portfolio (Child & Family Well-Being, Child Development & Early Education, Social Services, Disability Determination Services, Employment & Independence for People with Disabilities, Public Health) on strategic HR practices to deliver a high-performance culture focused on achieving goals and delivering value added services to management and employees.
Requiring a strong level of HR technical knowledge, consultation, and independent decision making, the position :
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) :
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
About the DHHS Division of Human Resources :
The DHHS Division of Human Resources is responsible for strategic and tactical human capital management within DHHS including compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations affecting employee relations, recruitment / selection, job evaluation, salary administration, benefits, workers compensation, safety, and core staff development.
Compensation and Benefits :
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits : .
For more information about DHHS :
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following :
Management Preferences :
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See for details.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following :
Bachelor's degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and at least 4 years of experience in human resources with some experience in an HR lead position
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
For more information about DHHS :
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and end dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at . Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
NOTE : Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-855-4930.
To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status".
For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Helpline at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.
NOTE : For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments : There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments : Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work / week for participation.
I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information within my application. (NOTE : AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR "SEE RESUME" DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
The recruitment range for this position is $64,621- $78,000 . If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of $64,621 to $78,000?
How much experience do you have in human resources as an HR generalist or specialist in two or more core HR areas, coupled with a working knowledge of other HR areas? Please note that all experience must be clearly documented in the "Work Experience" section of the application to be given credit.
How much experience do you have as an HR Lead? Please note that all experience must be clearly documented in the "Work Experience" section of the application to be given credit.
Do you have experience working with state or local government agencies in the area of programs of public assistance? Please note that all experience must be clearly documented in the "Work Experience" section of the application to be given credit.
Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
Please give additional detail regarding where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2021, Facebook, LinkedIn, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.).
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Salary : $62,739 - $109,794
