HR Business Partner

Company: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: June 9, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Location: RWJ - New Brunswick

Department Name: HR - RWJNB

Req #:

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $83,156.00 - $117,458.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Overview:

RWJBH HR Operations is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join their Human Resources Department.

The HR Business Partner provides operational and consultative human resources services to staff and management, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits and compensation for assigned departments.

Establishes and maintains effective partnering relationships with departments to ensure their goals and objectives related to human resources are achieved.

Assists in the delivery of Human Resources services to all customers including human resources staff.

The position completes required reporting and oversees onsite programs as applicable.

Assists with special projects as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree required with a concentration in Human Resources, Business or the Behavioral Science field required
• Prior HR Business Partner experience required
• Working knowledge of HRIS and talent management systems
• Must possess excellent organizational, communication, time management, interpersonal/problem solving skills; and proven ability to make independent judgments when appropriate,
• Previous Labor and Employee Relations experience

Preferred:

• Minimum 5 years of experience preferred at a generalist level

Essential Functions:

• Counsels employees regarding interdepartmental transfers, promotional opportunities and continuing education programs
• Ensures follow-up with employees to in-house retention and employee satisfaction
• Conduct exit interviews and monitors for trends
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with assigned department leadership and employees serving as liaison between these primary customers and the Human Resources Department for all HR needs; serves as resource for employees regarding employment and manages active employee relation issues
• Functions as the liaison for between assigned departments and Employee Health Services
• Maintains current knowledge of employment laws and regulatory requirements
• Counsels managers and makes recommendations as appropriate to ensure compliance
• Prepares all Corporate and Facility reports as required
• Prepares documents necessary to respond to Peer Review and/or grievances as well as legal and unemployment claims
• Serves as consultant/mediator for management and staff on issues related to policy and/or union contract interpretation and application; actively participates in finding resolution to actual or potential employee relations problems
• General Office Etiquette: Greets customers, handles all calls and inquiries as appropriate, maintains a clean outer office area as well as personalized work station; maintains adequate office supplies, etc.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
.and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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