Title: Human Resources Business Partner
State Role Title: Human Resource Analyst II
Hiring Range: $85,000- $90,000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel
Location: Main Street Centre
Agency Website: https://www.dhcd.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E
Job Duties
At DHCD, our Human Resources Division is dedicated to delivering exceptional HR services built on integrity, consistency, and collaboration. We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our team and play a critical role in driving HR excellence across the agency.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate is a seasoned HR professional who thrives in an independent role and has considerable expertise in:
•Leading Commonwealth benefits and leave administration programs
•Developing progressive performance management strategies
•Driving impactful employee relations and engagement initiatives
•Implementing innovative wellness programs
•Building strong collaborative relationships across HR and the agency
As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will analyze workforce trends, leverage data to influence decision-making, and collaborate with senior leaders to align HR strategies with the agency’s objectives. You will provide comprehensive support to managers and employees, enhancing leadership capabilities and overall organizational effectiveness.
This is a standout opportunity to join a small but rapidly expanding public sector agency where our HR team exemplifies excellence in service, innovation, and impact.
Our Core Values:
The Human Resources Division is firmly rooted in our values:
✅ Integrity - Acting with transparency and accountability
✅ Responsiveness - Delivering timely and effective HR solutions
✅ Innovation - Driving forward-thinking initiatives
✅ Diversity - Fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment
✅ Community- Building strong partnerships and engagement
If you align with these values, we invite you to apply!
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits & Leave Administration - Guide employees through Commonwealth leave programs and benefits, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., health insurance, VA Disability Program (VSDP), workers’ compensation, FMLA, ADA).
Performance Management - Provide consultation and resources to managers, ensuring effective goal setting, coaching, and performance feedback processes.
Employee Relations & Experience - Advise leaders on HR policies and best practices, support employee relations matters, and conduct investigations as needed. Promote an engaging and productive work environment and mitigate potential risks.
Employee Training - Deliver engaging orientation sessions and develop strategic training programs to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
Employee Wellness & Engagement Programs - As CommonHealth Coordinator, spearhead wellness initiatives, mental health resources, and engagement strategies to support employee well-being.
As we pursue our ambitious HR vision for 2025, DHCD is revolutionizing HR processes, implementing cutting-edge initiatives, cultivating trusted partnerships, and ensuring unwavering compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations.
To achieve this vision, we need forward-thinking professionals who bring innovative problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. If you’re ready to make a real impact, we look forward to speaking with you!
Minimum Qualifications
•Working knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource management and applicable federal and state laws and regulations surrounding benefits administration, leave program administration, performance management, employee relations, employee wellness programs, employee engagement, new hire onboarding, HR training, and processing personnel transactions.
•Extensive working experience administering human resource related programs to include benefits administration, leave program administration, performance management, employee relations, employee wellness programs, employee engagement strategies, new hire onboarding, and processing personnel transactions.
•Substantial experience using a computer and HR Information System (HRIS) systems. (Ex. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Cardinal, Recruitment Management System, PageUp, etc.
•Skilled at communicating confidential information effectively both orally and in writing with clients and stakeholders using a variety of methods. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
•Considerable working experience editing, reading, and interpreting agency, federal, and state HR policies and procedures.
•Demonstrated ability to analyze and manipulate data, to reach conclusions which are logical and legally supportable; analyze and implement policies, procedures, and programs; ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
Additional Considerations
Working experience in recruitment and selection is desirable.
Experience working with payroll services (Ex, Dept Of Accounts Payroll Services Bureau) is desirable.
PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP Certification is desirable.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.
Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.
Background and Reference Checks:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.
DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses:
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.
Sponsorship:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.
Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion:
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners, grantees, and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.
Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: N/A
Email: rr-recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.