Human Resource Business Partner

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $75K 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ May 22nd, 2026

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Montana State University is hiring a Human Resource Business Partner. This role acts as a strategic partner to university client units, providing expert guidance on HR policies, compensation, classification, and employee relations to align HR strategies with departmental goals and ensure compliance with regulations.

Highlights

Serve as first point of contact for managers and employees on HR matters, directing them to subject matter experts.
Provide strategic advice on HR policies, organizational assessments, and change management.
Conduct comprehensive position analysis and manage compensation and classification issues.
Partner with leadership to maintain accurate job descriptions and ensure equitable pay structures.
Facilitate dispute resolution and manage disciplinary actions in cooperation with Employee Relations.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field with substantial HR experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Preferred qualifications include HR certifications (SHRM or HRCI), experience in compensation, recruitment, performance management, or employee relations, and experience in academic settings.
Compensation is $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Position is full-time, classified, exempt from collective bargaining, and benefits eligible.
Works within the HR Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Services department in the Administration division.