Manager, HR Business Partnerships

Strategic HR Leadership Team Supervision And Development

Serve as a trusted HR advisor to senior and HR leadership, department heads, and supervisors, providing guidance on workforce strategy, organizational design, talent planning, and change management. Align HR solutions with institutional strategy and promote continuous improvement.

Supervise, coach, and develop a group of HR Business Partners, providing direction, feedback, and support to ensure consistent, high-quality HR service. Manage workload distribution, delegate assignments, and oversee onboarding, training, and professional development for team members. Foster a collaborative, engaged, and high-performing team culture aligned with UT Austin's values and HR strategic priorities. Conduct performance evaluations, set clear expectations, and provide coaching and feedback to support staff growth and engagement.

Lead and resolve complex employee relations issues and grievances, incorporating review of state and federal employment laws, university policies, and UT System regulations. Consult with management on performance management practices, corrective actions, and disciplinary processes, ensuring fairness and compliance.

Collaborate with Central HR partners on job analyses, salary surveys, and market studies; provide consultation on job classification and compensation. Advise on position development, recruitment, and selection processes, ensuring alignment with institutional compensation programs and best practices.

Support seamless implementation of HR programs (e.g., performance management, engagement surveys, merit increases) in partnership with HR Centers of Excellence. Develop and present training sessions on performance management, compensation, classification, recruitment, and HR systems.

Serve as a member of the HR Leadership Team and participate in project teams and university committees as assigned. Perform other related duties as required.