Human Resources Business Partner

The Human Resources Business Partner performs professional-level work supporting the City of Pittsburgh’s merit-based hiring system and overall HR and Civil Service operations. The City’s diverse workforce includes employees represented by eight labor unions, as well as non-union staff. HR Business Partners collaborate closely with City departments to promote equitable and legally compliant hiring practices. They provide guidance on the interpretation and application of Collective Bargaining Agreements, Civil Service Rules and Statutes, and employment laws at the federal, state, and local levels. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, a thorough knowledge of HR best practices, and a dedicated commitment to public service.
Department:  Human Resources & Civil Service
Salary:  $70,200 per year.
Posting Type: Announcement
Union: None, this is a non-union position.
Civil Service Classification:  Non-CompetitiveGeneral Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below), or your application will be disqualified. 
Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application, including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.
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• A current, valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Written requests for accommodation based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources & Civil Service on an individual basis.
• Acquire and maintain the permission, authority, and ability to use and access information through the PA Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) systems.

NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.
NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment must submit official transcripts verifying post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to hire. 
Qualifying Requirements:
Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show two (2) years of full-time experience in human resources/personnel administration related to the position duties listed (e.g., recruitment, testing, job evaluation, etc.). (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field. (See NOTE under General Application Requirements regarding education/training verification.)
• EQUIVALENCY:  Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position, based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above. The Total Qualifying Requirement is six (6) years. (See NOTE under General Application Requirements regarding education/training verification.)  

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will receive a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates receiving job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) before the date of hire.

• Written:  None required for this position.
• Performance:  None required for this position.
• Medical: None required for this position.

• Policy & Compliance
  • Develops and administers HR and Civil Service policies, programs, and procedures in alignment with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., EEO, FLSA, ADA).
  • Researches, recommends, and implements personnel policies and practices that support the City's mission and values, ensuring compliance with employment laws and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Provides documentation for and testimony in administrative hearings (e.g., Civil Service Commission, grievances, arbitrations).
• Classification, Compensation & Job Analysis
  • Conducts job analyses to develop and maintain job descriptions, classifications, and announcements.
  • Applies the City's compensation and classification system in job evaluations.
  • Assesses job content and requirements to support accurate examinations and compensation alignment.
• Recruitment, Selection & Testing
  • Designs, develops. coordinates and administers job-related Civil Service exams and assessments (written, performance, and oral).
  • Develops all exam and assessment timelines, coordinating with internal and external partners and vendors, ensuring stakeholder commitments fall within constraints imposed by CBAs, budgets, and resource allocations. 
  • Scores and validates examinations, ensuring only fair and relevant items utilized. 
  • Reviews employment applications, preference points documentation, background files, etc., to assess qualifications.
  • Prepares Civil Service eligibility lists and selection documentation according to Civil Service Statutes and relevant Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Training & Organizational Development
  • Collaborates with the Training & Development team on citywide training programs.
  • Delivers or facilitates employee training sessions, workshops, and development activities as needed. 
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Serves as the HR & Civil Service liaison to multiple City departments.
  • Advises employees, applicants, and the public on Civil Service procedures and employment opportunities.
  • Prepares professional correspondence, reports, documentation, and promotional materials.
• Data, Systems & Project Management
  • Tests and implements Applicant Tracking System (ATS) updates and features to improve candidate pools and time to hire, trains department users, and develops user guides and documentation.
  • Analyzes HR data from ATS and HRIS systems, conducts surveys, and prepares reports to support decision making and improve employee selection and hiring processes. 

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