Human Resources Partner I - Talent Acquisition and Development

Reporting to the HR Director, the HR Partner I focuses on strengthening department operations through talent acquisition and development. This onsite role in Victoria, TX supports recruitment, onboarding, training programs, leadership development, HR reporting, and HRIS-related projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment activities, including development and/or oversight of position requisitions and job descriptions, posting roles, conducting interviews, and coordinating onboarding.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to support current and future staffing requirements.
• Partner with departmental managers to identify skills and competencies needed for openings and to screen applicants.
• Work with leadership to assess critical talent needs, develop workforce plans, and build internal talent pipelines through proactive strategies.
• Support employer branding through outreach, job fairs, and digital platforms to attract qualified candidates and reinforce the City’s talent presence.
• Coordinate job postings and applicant processes for City openings, and monitor and track vacancy status.
• Use data and recruitment metrics to evaluate effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Schedule pre-employment testing, including employee eligibility verifications when needed.
• Maintain a positive candidate experience through timely communication and structured onboarding support.
• Design and deliver training programs, including New Employee Orientation, to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and professional development.
• Coordinate supervisory training and support on-the-job coaching strategies.
• Lead the strategic design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the City’s Leadership Academy and intern development programs to support succession planning and employee growth.
• Process approved Personnel Action forms and monitor Personnel Actions for accuracy and compliance with personnel policies.
• Assist with the development and implementation of department policies, procedures, and long-range plans.
• Analyze training needs to determine desired performance outcomes while maintaining program quality and integrity.
• Provide internal coaching and consulting to support organizational needs.
• Develop and deliver training using instructional methods such as role playing, simulations, and group discussions; prepare training materials and manage class scheduling, monitoring, evaluation, and recordkeeping.
• Represent the City at job fairs and hiring events to support recruitment outreach and employer branding.
• Support employee engagement initiatives including Service Award celebrations, Health and Wellness programming, and community outreach programs.
• Manage HRIS-related projects, including platform implementation, functionality upgrades, and user training.
• Review job descriptions to ensure classifications have current documentation, including updates related to WorkSteps (physical demands analysis program).
• Prepare HR-related reports focused on key performance indicators.
• Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, routing complex or sensitive matters to appropriate staff.
• Stay current on trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in HR, talent management, and employment law.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, plus three to five (3-5) years of HR-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as an HR Professional through SHRM or HRCI (preferred).
• Working knowledge of HR principles and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Familiarity with records maintenance and retention practices.
• Strong grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills.
• Experience with recruitment procedures and guidelines.
• Experience promoting inclusive hiring practices and implementing equitable selection processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, negotiation ability, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and operate with limited supervision.
• Ability to conduct effective personnel interviews.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (or related software).
• Ability to work with or quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to present information to different audiences.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Technology and Tools

• Microsoft Office Suite
• HRIS
• Talent management systems
• WorkSteps (physical demands analysis program)

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Compensation and Location

• Location: Victoria, TX (onsite)
• Salary: USD 44,763 - 54,675 per year