Human Resources Partner (2 Positions)

DescriptionThe Sacramento Public Library is hiring for two Human Resources Partner positions. These roles function as HR generalists and may have primary responsibility in Employee Relations or Benefits and Leave Administration.The Human Resources Partner (HR Partner) provides broad HR support across key functional areas, including benefits and leave administration, employee relations, labor relations, training and development, classification and compensation, talent acquisition, and performance management. The HR Partner serves as a strategic partner to leaders and employees, ensuring compliance with policies, regulations, and union agreements while supporting a positive, productive workplace. This role collaborates across departments to implement HR initiatives aligned with the Library’s strategic goals and values.Examples of DutiesBenefits and Leave: Administers benefits and leave programs, advises on enrollment, plan changes, wellness initiatives, and related inquiries, and ensures compliance with FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and other applicable laws and policies.Classification and Compensation: Develops and maintains job classifications and supports compensation programs aligned with job responsibilities, market data, organizational needs, and internal equity.Compliance and Policy: Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEO and affirmative action requirements, and interprets HR policies, regulations, and bargaining agreements for staff and management.Employee Relations: Advises on employee relations matters, disciplinary actions, workplace investigations, grievance resolution, and manager consultation to address concerns, interpret policy, and resolve conflict.Labor Relations and Workforce Administration: Supports labor relations and related administration, including interpreting union agreements, labor negotiations, seniority lists, labor reports, disciplinary documentation, status changes, and separation processes in compliance with policy and bargaining agreements.Performance Management and Organizational Support: Supports performance management, evaluations, and coaching, and partners with leadership to strengthen engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.Program Evaluation and Service Delivery: Evaluates HR programs and service delivery to improve employee experience, operational effectiveness, cost efficiency, and compliance.Talent Acquisition: Leads and supports full-cycle recruitment by partnering with leaders on staffing needs and managing sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.Training and Development: Identifies training needs aligned with business objectives and supports learning and development efforts to reskill, upskill, and grow talent.QualificationsEXPERIENCE and EDUCATION: Any combination of equivalent education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.3 years of increasingly responsible HR experience in employee relations, labor relations, benefits and leave administration, performance management, or generalist roles.Knowledge of employee relations, labor relations, performance management, and/or benefits and leave administration.Proficiency with HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across departments.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Preferred QualificationsHR experience in the public sector or unionized setting.Professional certifications such as PHR, SHRM-CP, CCP, or related credentials.Experience in employee relations, labor relations, union negotiations, investigations, discipline, benefits and leave administration, and/or classification and compensation analysis.Familiarity with retention strategies and employee engagement initiatives.Supplemental InformationKnowledge OfHR practices, principles, and the ability to interpret them accurately for staff.Thorough knowledge of common productivity software, including word processing, spreadsheet, file maintenance, online search, database tools, and relevant HRIS platforms.Skills And AbilitiesCommunicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.Maintain strict confidentiality.Organize, track, and maintain personnel records and related documentation accurately and efficiently.Research, analyze, and present complex information clearly.Build and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate as part of a team.Understand customer needs and deliver responsive, service-focused support.Take initiative to resolve issues and support a positive customer experience, regardless of assigned responsibility.Respond to customer concerns promptly, accurately, and professionally.Maintain attention to detail and follow through on assignments effectively.Set priorities, manage workload effectively, and complete assignments accurately under pressure.Contribute to a positive and productive work environment.Keep relevant parties informed of major issues and recommend changes as appropriate.Non-Represented employees are eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, and more! Read more about SPL's Benefits here.01The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Yes, I understand and agreeNo, I do not agree02Do you have personal transportation for job-related travel?YesNo03Which statement below best describes your highest level of education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university?Associate degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeProfessional degreeDoctorate degreeNone of the above04Please list your degree(s) and major(s) of study. If you qualify for the role based on your education, please attach your diploma or transcript.05Which statement best describes your relevant increasingly responsible professional HR experience in employee relations, labor relations, performance management, benefits and leave administration, or generalist roles?I have at least 1 year of experienceI have at least 2 years of experienceI have at least 3 years of experienceI have at least 4 years of experienceI have at least 5 years of experienceI have at least 6 years of experienceI have at least 7 years of experienceNone of the above statements apply06We are hiring for two HR Partner positions, one focused on Employee Relations and the other on Benefits and Leave Administration. Please select the position(s) that interest you.I am interested in HR Partner - Employee Relations positionI am interested in HR Partner - Benefits and Leave positionI am interested in both positions07Do you have at least two years of HR experience in the public sector or a unionized environment?YesNo08(Select ALL that apply) I have experience in the following areas:Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA’s), and Policies and ProceduresCompleting employee relations investigations and drafting investigative reportsWriting professional-level legally defensible reports and responsesWorking with state or federal personnel employment lawsAdvanced knowledge of just cause principlesExtracting and synthesizing information from various HR databasesProviding consultation on performance management issuesBenefitsLeaves (FMLA, PDL, CFRA, etc.)Classification and CompensationWorkers' CompensationReasonable AccommodationAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)None of the above09Do you have at least 3 years of experience proficiently using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)?YesNo10Tell us about your experience with benefits and leaves administration. Please mention employment dates, employer name(s) and your responsibilities. If you have no experience, please write “None”.11Tell us about your experience with employee and labor relations. Please mention employment dates, employer name(s) and your responsibilities. If you have no experience, please write “None”. Required Question