Salary: $96,512.00 - $156,624.00 Annually
Location : Various locations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Division: Regional Administration
Department: HR Business Partners
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 8/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

How you would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a senior individual contributor position within Human Resources serving as the primary contact for managers and supervisors seeking HR services. The HRBP bridges HR processes with business objectives, serving as a consultant and advisor to assigned business units.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement and requires a minimum of two onsite days per week. The candidate's permanent residence must be located in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This posting will establish a six-month eligibility list for current and future openings.
What you would do in this job

• Provide HR consultation to Metro Transit managers and supervisors in areas such as employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, job classification, organizational restructuring, and compensation.
• Partner proactively with business unit leaders to address workforce challenges and develop strategic solutions.
• Lead and contribute to HR projects and initiatives aligned with the HR Strategic Plan.
• Collaborate with HR subject matter experts (labor relations, learning and organizational development, occupational health, and talent management) to deliver integrated HR services and programs.
• Review and respond to workplace complaints, as appropriate, which may include conducting investigations into alleged employee misconduct.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Any of the following combinations in completed education (degree field of study in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or closely related field) AND experience (providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in ALL of the following areas: employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring):

• A high school diploma/GED and nine or more years of experience
• An associate degree and seven or more years of experience
• A bachelor's degree and five or more years of experience
• A master's degree and three or more years of experience

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Experience in job classification evaluation
• Experience in compensation analysis
• Public sector human resources generalist experience in a multi-union environment
• Experience providing human resources generalist consultation to managers and supervisors working in an operations, trades, or skilled labor environment
• Experience promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees

What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

• Knowledge of human resources practices and principles
• Knowledge of job classification and evaluation principles
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to human resources management in the public sector
• Skilled in HRMS systems, including HRIS, Learning Management Systems, Applicant Tracking, Onboarding, and Performance Management systems for managing human resources processes
• Analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Skilled in conflict resolution
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage work responsibilities
• Ability to interpret and apply organizational policies and procedures
• Ability to provide clear and effective written and verbal communications
• Ability to develop effective, collaborative working relationships and gain the confidence and trust of key customers and stakeholders

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

Additional information
Union/Grade: Non-Represented Plan / Grade I
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:
This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement and is currently required to work onsite a minimum of two days per week. The candidate's telework location must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites within the Metro area.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We rate your education and experience.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

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Applicant Instructions: It is important that your application shows all relevant education and experience you possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely and please do not type "see resume." Otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. Cover letters will NOT be reviewed.I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

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How did you first hear about this job opening?

• CareerForce Center
• Community Event/Organization
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Glassdoor
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
• X (formerly known as Twitter)
• Website: governmentjobs.com
• Website: metrocouncil.org
• Website: metrotransit.org
• Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
• Other

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If you selected "other," please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected "employee referral," please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title.
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Please select the option below that reflects your highest level of completed education and experience.

• A high school diploma/GED AND nine or more years of experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in ALL of the following areas: employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring
• An associate degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or closely related field AND seven or more years of experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in ALL of the following areas: employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or closely related field AND five or more years of experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in ALL of the following areas: employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring
• A master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or closely related field AND three or more years of experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in ALL of the following areas: employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring
• Some education in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or closely related field AND/OR some experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in ALL of the following areas: employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring, but less than the education/experience combinations above
• None of the above

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Please select the areas below in which you have experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors (select all that apply).

• Employee performance management
• Employee relations
• Conflict resolution
• Organizational restructuring

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If you indicated in questions #4 and #5 that you have experience providing HR generalist consultation to managers and supervisors in employee performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational restructuring, please describe that experience including your position and responsibilities as they relate to this position. If this does not apply, please type "N/A."
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Please select the areas below in which you have work experience (select all that apply).

• Job classification evaluation
• Compensation analysis
• Public sector human resources generalist in a multi-union environment
• Providing human resources generalist consultation to managers and supervisors working in operations, trades, or skilled labor environment

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If you indicated in question #7 that you have experience in job classification evaluation, please describe that experience including related duties, where the experience took place, and the duration. If this does not apply, please type "N/A."
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If you indicated in question #7 that you have experience in compensation analysis, please describe that experience including related duties, where the experience took place, and the duration. If this does not apply, please type "N/A."
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If you indicated in question #7 that you have experience providing human resources generalist consultation to managers and supervisors working in operations, trades, or skilled labor environment, please describe that experience including related duties, where the experience took place, and the duration. If this does not apply, please type "N/A."
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The Metropolitan Council values a workplace that is as diverse as the people we serve. Please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment. If you do not have this ex