Human Resources Business Partner

Job Description:

Human Resources Business Partner

Description

Job Posting Title
Human Resources Business Partner

Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization
340 Human Resource

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
August 07, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time
Full time

Job Type
Regular

Compensation
The annual salary for this position is up to $79,000.00 based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location : Central Office - 123 Robert S Kerr Ave, Oklahoma City, OK

Salary : up to $79,000.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time : Full-time

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday

Primary Hours : 8:00 - 5:00pm

Position Description: The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the agency. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the unit and its relation to the overall mission and vision of the agency.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Conduct regular meetings with respective Deputy Commissioners and Directors.
• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Completes classification studies, job audits and other activities to identify duties and responsibilities assigned to employees; develops job descriptions, job specifications, organization charts and other materials to describe positions and duties performed by employees; determines appropriate classifications for individual positions.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Conducts workplace investigations into allegations of policy violations.
• Provides HR policy and statutory guidance and interpretation.
• Provides expert advice to areas on span of control, new hires, promotions and transfers.
• Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructure, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs. Partners with the Organizational development team to evaluate and monitor of training programs to ensure success.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, industrial/organizational psychology, public administration, accounting, sociology, psychology or a closely related field, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, employment relations, organizational diagnosis, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws; or a master’s degree in human resources, industrial/organizational psychology, public administration, accounting, sociology, psychology or a closely related degree PLUS 3 year of professional experience in human resources management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Professional HR Certification credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
  

PHR

SPHR

SHRM-CP

SHRM-SCP

Preferred Experience

• EEO Certified Investigator
  
• Workday Experience
  
• Working in a Centers of Excellence model
  

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
  
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
  

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Public Sector HR experience.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  

• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
  
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
  

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; and carry light items. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .