Human Resources Business Partner

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer competitive benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! 

Johnson County's Department of Human Resources is looking for a dynamic Human Resources Business Partner to join our team. The HRBP works collaboratively with HR and Department/Agencies/Office (DAO) executive management and serves as a primary point of contact for the assigned portfolio. Through strategic consultation and collaboration with DAO leadership and HR Centers of Excellence (COE), the HRBP supports organizational effectiveness and DAO operational outcomes aligned with people initiatives across the organization. First review of applications will begin on November 6, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Description

Service Delivery & Consultation

• Provide consultative HR guidance to DAO managers and leadership, assess organizational needs, and connect employees and managers with the appropriate HR Centers of Excellence for operational services.     
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence and DAOs to ensure consistent and coordinated delivery of HR services including employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, classification and compensation, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary HR contact for DAO leadership, providing recommendations on people strategies, on workforce and people-related matters and engaging COE subject-matter experts on complex issues.
• Partner with DAO leadership to assess workforce needs and support workforce planning, leadership development, talent management, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Support organizational changes by advising leaders on workforce impacts, communication, and implementation of HR programs and policy updates.
• Coach DAO supervisors and leaders on conflict navigation, workplace expectations, employee engagement, and effective people management in coordination with the appropriate COEs.
• Ability to establish effective consultative relationships with DAO leadership and translate operational priorities into practical people strategies.

Policy Implementation & Compliance

• Ensure consistent application and communication of policies and procedures within assigned
• Assist in the implementation of new or updated HR programs and initiatives as directed, supporting training and communication efforts as needed.
• Support compliance with applicable employment laws and County policies through consultation, identification of concerns, and collaboration with responsible HR Centers of Excellence.

Reporting & Analytics

• Analyze and interpret HR metrics for assigned portfolio, identifying trends and proactively recommending process or policy enhancements to improve engagement, retention, and operational outcomes.
• Compile and submit required HR reports and data, monitoring and interpreting workforce measures including but not limited to vacancy rates, turnover, and time to fill for assigned DAOs to inform leadership discussions and recommendatio

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Collaborate with other HR staff, including COEs, to ensure integrated and consistent HR service
• Participate constructively in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to build knowledge and skills in public sector HR.
• Represent the HR department in department-specific committees, work groups, or special projects, as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, HR practices, and compliance requirements.

• Understanding of employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness principles.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and provide effective consultation to leaders and stakeholders.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills, including the ability to interpret HR metrics and support data-informed decisions.

• Ability to assess complex workforce and organizational challenges, exercise sound judgment, and recommend practical solutions.

• Ability to collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated and consistent HR support.

• Ability to support workforce planning, leadership development, organizational change, and other strategic HR initiatives.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

• Ability to build trusted relationships with leadership, influence decision-making, and provide strategic HR consultation aligned with organizational priorities.

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional human resources experience, including experience providing consultation or guidance to managers or organizational leadership.
• Professional HR Certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or comparable credential)

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.