HR Specialist Manager / HR Business Partner II
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Hastings, NE, Kearney, NE Hiring Rate: $32.291 Job Posting: JR2026-00025875 HR Specialist Manager / HR Business Partner II (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: Are you an HR professional with high personal integrity and a passion for supporting others’ success? The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is looking for a dynamic and customer-focused Human Resources Business Partner II to join our team in located on-site at YRTC-Kearney, with travel to Hastings as needed to support YRTC-Hastings. In this role, you’ll provide strategic HR guidance and partner with leaders across the agency to enhance engagement, performance, and organizational effectiveness. At DHHS, we believe in growth—for our people and the communities we serve. We offer comprehensive training, development opportunities, and career pathing. It’s not just a job—it’s a career with purpose.
About the Role
Serves as a strategic advisor and trusted consultant to leadership and employees. Instead of focusing only on administrative HR tasks, the HRBP collaborates closely with managers and leaders to align people strategies with the organization’s goals. The HRBP helps shape workplace culture, improve employee performance, and guide organizational change — ensuring that HR practices support both employee success and business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with leaders to develop and implement workforce strategies that support organizational objectives. Collaborate with HR teams (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation, Benefits) to deliver seamless HR support. Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations. Partner with leadership on talent planning, succession development, and change management initiatives. Support implementation of new HR systems, programs, and initiatives. Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions). Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of related experience. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Human Resources. Five years of experience as a human resources generalist in Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Recruitment or Training and Development. HR Certification as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. Other: Some travel and independent travel will be required. Must possess a valid Nebraska Driver's License. Why Join Us? Meaningful work that impacts Nebraskans statewide. Supportive leadership and collaborative culture. Competitive benefits including: Immediate vacation and sick leave accrual. 13 paid holidays. Retirement plan with employer match. Ongoing professional development. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, and policies. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact [email protected] for additional support. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job