Hr Business Partner

An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Department of Government Services as HR Business Partner to provide practical advice and guidance to employees and managers across the business on a broad range of people related matters.
The responsibilities of the People and Culture Branch include providing HR advice and services to the Department of Premier and Cabinet and its portfolio agencies and the Department of Government Services, to create a high performing workplace that puts people first.
As the HR Business Partner, you will work in partnership with Senior HR Business Partners, build collaborative and positive working relationships with key stakeholders in managing key people issues and recommending practical, impactful and flexible solutions. Supporting the development and delivery of a range of key HR projects and initiatives to support departmental priorities and continuous improvement will also be an essential requirement of this role.
About you

As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Strong HR business partnering experience, with the ability to assist stakeholders to resolve HR issues and assist in clarifying needs, expectations and outcomes
• Sound understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures and contemporary developments in human resources management, including the Fair Work Act 2009
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at varying levels
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Proven organisational and time management skills

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Working with us, you will contribute to the success of the Victorian Public Sector and the community we serve.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include:

• a resume; and
• a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)

Current VPS employees are strongly encouraged to apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) platform.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination policy which requires all DGS employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes (unless an exception applies). To be able to meet the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination requirements and for the department to meet its obligations under the OH&S Act, the department will request employees provide their vaccination information (including 3rd dose / booster) or evidence of an exemption throughout the recruitment process. Inability to provide this may impact your subsequent employment to the department.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.