Human Resources Business Partner III #5456

Human Resources Business Partner III #5456

Target Hiring Range: $126,372 - $140,000 

Department: Human Resources
Posting Date Range: 3/4/2025-3/18/2025
Pay Grade Range: $126372-$175868
Work Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Remote Work Status: Hybrid 
Hybrid Schedule: 2-3 days per week
All remote or hybrid work arrangements must be performed from within the continental United States, subject to Sergeant at Arms approval.

This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

In keeping with the policy of conflicts of interest, relatives of Sergeant at Arms employees are not eligible to work in the Human Resources Office.

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description

The Target Salary Range for this position is: $126,372 - $140,000

The Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner III (Employee Experience) to support and enhance the employee experience at the Sergeant at Arms. This role provides guidance, and training to employees and managers, promoting positive engagement and development across the organization. Additionally, the role involves creating and delivering employee programming and leadership development initiatives to drive a supportive and productive workplace environment.

Core Competencies

• Analytical aptitude, relationship management, consultation, business acumen, ethical practice, attention to detail, verbal and written communications, service orientation, discretion.

Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties
Consults with, diagnoses, and provides guidance to SAA staff and leadership on Human Resources policies and procedures in complex or complicated situations with limited precedence. Analyzes trends and metrics and prepares actionable reports for leadership. Resolves complex issues and addresses grievances. Collaborates with management and employees to implement programs to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention. Monitors and reports on workforce and succession planning. Identifies, develops, and delivers training for relevant to the workforce needs, both reactive and proactive. Suggests and implements new HR strategies to align with HR strategies, organizational values, and business needs. Other duties, as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Education
Bachelor’s in HR management or related field.

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

• May perform duties of a contract representative (COR) as needed.

Required Work Experience

•  8 years of progressively responsible HR experience.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• In keeping with the policy of conflicts of interest, relatives of Sergeant at Arms employees are not eligible to work in the Human Resources Office. 
• Ability to interpret employment laws. 
• Effective communicator, strong organization skills, ability to train employees, handle sensitive/confidential information. 
• Ability to deescalate heated situations. 
• Knowledge of personal computers and word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. 

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

Provides support, thought partnership, conflict resolution, training for all employees in the organization. Demonstrates a change management mindset through identification of opportunities to enhance the employee experience through education, individual contributor and manager development, process improvement and innovative ideas; offers potential solutions to drive greater stakeholder satisfaction. Develops, implements, and analyzes employee programming to enhance and support a positive, engaging employee experience. Provides guidance on conflict resolution and facilitates productive dialogue on employee/employer issues. Leads and manages employee related investigations, coordinating with applicable colleagues, legal counsel, and HR team members, as applicable. Provides interpretation, explanation and clarification of Sergeant at Arms policies and procedures and employment law compliance. Performs ad hoc research and/or person-to-person follow up on workplace issues with sensitivity and discretion. Crafts and updates employee relations resources which may include training sessions and discussion forums. Develops and presents training, including management and leadership development.

• Strong influencing skills that achieve the desired business outcomes, especially in situations where there is no clear “ownership” of the issues.
• Proficient coaching approach by providing valuable perspective, inspiring others’ thinking and helping others to fully develop their own capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to diagnose root-cause of issues, identify trends and provide clear recommendations/solutions.
• Experience in facilitating/delivering training.
• Ability to objectively apply fact-finding techniques and problem-solving methods.
• Ability to research, analyze, and interpret facts and data to plan, organize, and conduct personnel investigations of substantial scope and complexity
• Ability to conduct effective subject and witness interviews, accurately document conversations or other findings, and ensure timely and thorough follow-up.
• Ability to present complex and sensitive information, issues or concerns to colleagues at various organizational levels; effectively present findings and provide advice and guidance.
• Ability to analyze, review and develop procedures and reports regarding employee relations issues to present both orally and in writing.
• Excellent writing skills, including short form emails, interview transcription, and longer-form reports.
• Knowledge of advanced human resources management principles, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of typical professional office practices, procedures and equipment, including ability to use computers, create spreadsheets and databases, and use relevant software/Web applications.
• Ability to learn the Senate’s legal employment obligations under the Congressional Accountability Act and various employment laws.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and good judgment.
• Must have excellent communication, organization, adaptability, and collaboration skills as well as the ability to treat all individuals with respect.
• Ability to multi-task by managing several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to serve as a neutral facilitator in situations requiring conflict resolution and to successfully complete training in mediation, as needed

Working Conditions

• Sedentary.

 CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must:
1. Be a U.S. citizen;
2. Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B);
3. Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or
4. Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).

Employment is contingent on background / security investigation results.  

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

The SAA provides a highly competitive benefits package for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage to help provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professional development, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to our Employee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA’s benefits, please visit https://sen.gov/OPPW.

ACCOMMODATIONS

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to employment@saa.senate.gov email with “Accommodation” in the subject line.

VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

If you are identifying as veterans' preference eligible under the VEOA, please use this link to complete your application for Veterans' Preference AFTER you apply for this position. The link will also be available on the "Thank You" page after you have submitted your job application.

Candidates only need to apply one time for veterans’ preference to be considered for all future veterans’ preference positions within the Senate Sergeant at Arms. 

• All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans’ Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement.
• Late applications for veterans’ preference will not be considered.
• Documentation to obtain veterans’ preference will not be considered if attached to the job application.
• If you need to revise or resubmit your Application for Veterans' Preference/documents, please withdraw your previous Application for Veterans' Preference and resubmit. If you require assistance, please email employment@saa.senate.gov.
• mailto:employment@saa.senate.gov="">To view additional information regarding the VEOA, please click here.

An applicant who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or to provide information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran’s status will not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but the individual may be ruled ineligible for veterans’ preference.

Salary : $126,372 - $175,868