Job Details

Requisition ID:

45035

Work Location:

Human Resources - Municipal Center

Pay Range:

A.10, $56,994.04 - $88,340.76

Starting Salary:

Minimum of the Pay Range

Work Schedule:

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

7/23/25

Application Deadline:

Job Duties:

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a motivated and service-oriented Employee Relations Human Resource Business Partner I to join our Employee Relations (ER) team. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, team-based environment and has a passion for resolving workplace challenges.

In this role, you will support the employee relations function by assisting with case management, performance and attendance counseling, policy interpretation, and workplace investigations. You will also collaborate closely with ER Business Partners and departmental leaders to provide consistent and thoughtful guidance aligned with City policy and legal compliance.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Assist with ER case management, documentation, and compliance tracking.
• Serve as a resource to managers and employees on performance issues, coaching, and policy questions.
• Participate in employee relations investigations and assist in gathering facts and drafting documentation.
• Support the ADA interactive process and preparation of accommodation plans.
• Research and analyze employment issues, providing initial recommendations or referrals.
• Collaborate in developing and updating policies, guidance documents, and ER procedures.
• Assist in preparing reports and data for ER metrics and initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Strong foundational knowledge of HR laws and best practices (EEO, ADA, FMLA, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service and collaborative problem-solving.

The City offers a generous benefits package such ashealth, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans. Other key benefits include:

• 11 holidays plus 3 flexible personal holidays each year
• Paid Time Off (PTO) monthly accruals
• Paid maternity/paternity and parental leave
• Leave donation program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development

This position offers a remote/hybrid work schedule arrangement and career progression opportunity.

**This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.**

Official City Job Description:



Working Conditions:



Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Bachelors degree in human resources or related field OR four (4) years of experience utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such positions as human resources business partner, specialist, or generalist. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required:

Preferences:

Experience assisting with workplace investigations.
Experience with employment laws such as EEO, FMLA and/or ADA.
Centralized HR experience
Experience coaching managers or staff on policies and/or procedures

Special Instructions:

• Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
• Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.