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Position Title:Human Resources Partner

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:Supervisory and leadership experience and proven experience in developing competencies of direct reports

Proven experience working with organizational leadership around human capital strategies

Working knowledge of Human Resources strategy development and implementation

Proven ability to effectively interpret and communicate HR policies and guidance

Experience training on the principles of HR

PHR, SPHR, or equivalent certification

Job Description:

Summary

Iowa State University is seeking a Human Resources Partner (HRP) to support units within the Division of Student Affairs and the Office of the Vice President for Research . This role is a vital part of the university's HR team, providing leadership to three HR Coordinators and collaborating closely with peer HRPs, HR specialists, and University Human Resources leadership across campus.

The HRP will be responsible for delivering strategic HR services tailored to the unique needs of supported units, ensuring alignment with institutional HR goals. Key responsibilities include:

+ Leading and mentoring direct reports to ensure high-quality service delivery

+ Serving as a point of escalation and business process approver

+ Communicating and implementing HR policies, programs, and initiatives

+ Providing expert HR guidance to managers, leaders, and employees on topics such as workforce planning, recruitment, talent and performance management, employee relations, engagement, and recognition

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting academic and research excellence through strategic human resources leadership.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Example of Duties• Maintains working knowledge of all applicable policies and procedures.• Deploys, communicates, and educates units on new HR programs, policies, and processes.• Advises unit leaders on workforce strategies (i.e., talent management plans, succession plans, and recruiting strategies); leveraging tools developed and delivered by University Human Resources (UHR).• Collaborates with UHR on critical workforce planning trends and needs on behalf of the unit/department.• Communicates broad HR-related themes and needs identified by the units to the Senior Manager Human Resource Delivery.• Provides proactive consultation on performance review process, ratings, and performance improvement plans/action plans.• Collaborates with employee relations investigations.• Advises units on implementing disciplinary action for staff and documentation in consultation with UHR/Provost.• Consults with units on promotions, demotions, title changes, data changes, and voluntary terminations for staff and faculty.• Partners with UHR to implement reductions in the workforce.• Advises on compensation using the university’s compensation framework.• Resolves issues escalated from direct reports.

Level Guidelines• Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit• Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports• Focus on ISU’s mission and meeting department or work unit goals• Supervises a small department or work team• Often is a working supervisor with direct, previous experience performing work of those supervised• Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management• Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policy

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS810

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by July 31, 2025.If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: July 23, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:R17461

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.