Human Resources Business Partner II

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

HUMAN RESOURCES

Compensation Grade:

A12

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $63,190.40 - $98,467.20
Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

Yes

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

Join our collaborative team and become a part of the City of Virginia Beach Human Resources Department's mission in facilitating the recruitment, retention, and development of a sustainable quality workforce.

This position is assigned to the Staffing & Compensation Division and offers a remote/hybrid work schedule arrangement.

Duties:

• Research and respond to inquiries regarding policies and procedures and/or human resource actions.
• Interview and coach/counsel supervisors and employees regarding staffing and compensation policies and practices.
• Research relative market data to make recommendations in constructing applicable policies and practices.
• Review transactions, processes and job requisitions submitted through Workday to ensure compliance with applicable policies and federal regulations.
• Partner with assigned departments on recruitment (including strategies for hard-to-fill positions), selection, and onboarding processes.
• Strategize with assigned departments when planning for future staffing needs.
• Assist in the research and preparation of compensation studies, presentations, and recommendations for leadership decision making purposes.
• Review and recommend appropriate classifications and reporting structures to assist departments in aligning their people resources with customer needs, and to create efficiencies.
• Review and recommend revisions to policies and processes and facilitate process implementation.
• Facilitate City-wide training as related to staffing and compensation topics.
• This classification is a part of a job series which may provide successful candidates with promotional growth opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have experience working in a centralized HR department for a large organization with high volume, experience in HR roles requiring critical thinking skills and analysis, and a strong research background. Municipal or State Government HR experience, experience facilitating training, experience with Workday Human Capital Management/Recruitment systems, and professional designation as a SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PSHRA-CP, PSHRA-SCP, or CCP is strongly desired.

The City offers a generous benefits package such as health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans. Other key benefits include:

• 14.5 paid holidays each year
• Annual and Sick leave (accrues twice a month)
• Maternity/paternity and parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development

This posting is OPEN UNTIL FILLED: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: No
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field and two (2) years of experience associated with such positions as human resources business partner, specialist, or generalist OR an equivalent combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to six (6) years in fields utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with this position.

Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Skills:

Critical Thinking, Hiring, Human Resources (HR), Human Resources Policies, Research Analysis, Workday HCM, Workday Recruiting, Workday Reporting

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/P11121.pdf

Official Job Descriptions:

To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=E

VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.

City of Virginia Beach Career Fair

Join the Annual Career Fair at the Virginia Beach Convention Center on October 6, 2026, from 12 PM to 6 PM. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect directly with department contacts and learn more about the services they provide, along with current and future job openings. To pre-register, please click here.

City of Virginia Beach

Virtual Q&A:
Have questions about current job opportunities, the hiring process or benefits with the City of Virginia Beach? Join our virtual Q&A every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Ask questions, get answers, and take the next step in your career. To register click here.

The City of Virginia Beach boasts a diverse workforce of around 7,500 employees dedicated to delivering outstanding government services. Our team is guided by core values of quality customer service, teamwork, leadership and learning, integrity, commitment, and inclusion and diversity. Find your Best Job Yet and apply today to become part of a team where your skills and values make a significant impact.