HR Business Partner – University Human Resources

Position Overview

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood and the Capitol Campus just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, the University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. The HR Business Partner will drive HR strategies that align with organizational goals, enhance the overall employee experience, and support campus-specific needs. Location: 2115 Wisconsin Avenue; Schedule: Full time; Hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a front-line resource for stakeholder areas to assist with navigating a broad range of human resources functions including collective bargaining, staffing, Compensation: strategies, employee relations, performance management, organizational development, and employment law.
• Collaborate with campus and department leaders to achieve strategic goals.
• Identify critical issues or gaps and propose, then implement, changes to support campus, departmental, or unit objectives.
• Serve as an expert consultant on a wide variety of HR issues while engaging appropriate subject matter experts as needed.
• Provide HR policy interpretation and guidance.
• Set and manage stakeholder expectations, including identifying additional service opportunities and coordinating HR service delivery.
• Develop and deliver customized trainings and knowledge transfer sessions tailored to stakeholder HR needs.
• Partner with departments and the broader HR team to enhance the overall employee experience.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience Required: 5-8 years of progressive experience in Human Resources with a focus on employee relations, talent acquisition, Compensation: analysis, project management, HRIS systems, and training development.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and industry trends.
• Exceptional project management skills with a proven track record of successful implementation.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft) and advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to design, deliver, and assess effective training programs.
• Prior experience in a client service environment handling multiple external clients and presenting to executives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish.
• Prior experience in a higher education environment.
• HR professional certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) desired.
• Prior experience with Collective Bargaining Agreements and unions strongly preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $54,616.00 - $100,493.33. Compensation is determined by factors including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, and employee discounts.