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Texas State University

Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

🇺🇸 San Marcos, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ September 23rd, 2025

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Texas State University is hiring a Manager, Human Resources Business Partner. This role leads a team of HR business partners and provides strategic support in employee relations, talent management, learning and development, compensation planning, and organizational design.

Highlights
  • Lead and manage resolution of complex employee relations issues and grievances.
  • Consult with leaders on performance management and improve university tools and practices.
  • Provide guidance on HR policies, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent initiatives.
  • Collaborate with Compensation and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure alignment with institutional strategies.
  • Identify learning and development needs and partner with HR specialties to implement programs.
  • Analyze HR trends and metrics to develop solutions and improvements.
  • Manage multiple client groups and prioritize competing needs effectively.
  • Required technical skills include knowledge of HR Information Systems, word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity.
  • Requires a bachelor’s degree in HR Management or related field, 5+ years HR experience including employee relations and two other HR specialties, plus 2+ years in a people management role.
  • Salary is commensurate with experience.

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Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number 2026033
Posting/Functional Title Manager, Human Resources Business Partner
University Pay Plan Title Mgr, Human Resources Business Partner
Location San Marcos
Department Human Resources
Recruitment Type Open Recruiting
Job Type Full-Time
Funding Source Permanent
Monthly Salary Commensurate with experience
Job Category Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field is required.
  • A minimum of five (5) years human resources experience providing guidance and consultation to management and staff in employee relations plus at least two (2) of the following areas is required: compensation, talent acquisition, talent management, learning/development, organizational development, human resources information systems, performance management, or employee benefits.
  • A minimum of at least two (2) years in a people management role within a human resources department or function.
  • Working knowledge of federal and state employment law/regulations is required.
  • Excellent client management, consulting, critical thinking/problem solving, data analysis, written and interpersonal communication, conflict management, negotiation skills are required.
  • Ability to self-direct and manage multiple client groups with conflicting priorities is required; ability to take initiative, anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation is required.
  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills are required.
  • Personal computing skills, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database management software applications are required. Working knowledge of AI tools such as ChatGPT and Perplexity is strongly preferred.
  • Previous experience using computer-based Human Resource Information Systems to access information and process transactions is required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree and/or professional human resources certification is preferred.
  • Previous experience in higher education or public-sector environment is preferred.
Job Description
The Human Resources Business Partner Manager will provide strategic human resources support to units in areas including, but not limited to, employee relations, talent management, learning/development, compensation planning, and organizational design while leading a team of human resources business partners.
Job Duties
  • Provide leadership on, manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and grievances. In conjunction with leadership, create and implement strategies to foster positive employee relations.
  • Consult with leaders on day-to-day performance management practices (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions). Make suggestions and improvements to the University’s performance management tools, practices, and templates while providing appropriate education to stakeholders on the same.
  • Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures and make recommendations on policy and process enhancements.
  • Determine the alignment of HR Business Partners to division(s) based on scope of work and resource availability.
  • Participate in regular meetings with division/department heads and management staff to ensure that talent needs/objectives are understood and being met.
  • Provide guidance and input on division/department restructures, workforce planning, succession planning, and other talent related initiatives/projects.
  • Collaborate with Compensation and Classification on position updates/changes and the compensation implications associated with the same. Ensure that requests from supported groups are aligned with institutional compensation programs, plans, and policies as well as best practices.
  • Serve as a liaison between leadership and Talent Acquisition on key searches and collaborate with Talent Acquisition on search strategies that will enable the attraction and selection of the most qualified candidates.
  • Identify learning & development needs for assigned divisions/departments and individual manager/staff coaching needs. Partner with the appropriate HR specialty functions on the development, deployment and facilitation of such initiatives as may be required.
  • Partner with HR Operations/HRIS to understand processes and the communication/learning of HR operational policies to assigned units.
  • Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with HR specialty functions to develop solutions, programs and procedures.
  • Serve as a member of the HR Leadership Team and serve on project teams and/or University committees as assigned by the Chief HR Officer. Provide leadership, coaching, and development to HR Business Partners.
  • Perform other related duties as required.
Additional Information to Applicants
Salary commensurate with experience.
Job Open Date 09/22/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) 10/22/2025
Open Until Filled No
Normal Work Days
Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM
Posting Notices
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why Choose Texas State University?
Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:

Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.
Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54245
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  2. Cover Letter
  3. Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
  4. List of References

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  3. Licensure
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