Human Resources Partner I - Talent Acquisition and Development

Company Description The City of Victoria, Texas is a municipal government located in the heart of the Golden Crescent of South Texas, known as the “Crossroads of South Texas” due to its central location among major cities and highways. As the largest city in a seven‑county region, Victoria serves as a cultural, historic, medical, educational, and economic hub for approximately 62,500 residents. Community members enjoy a variety of cultural and recreational amenities, including performing arts, museums, a zoo, and diverse outdoor activities in the surrounding Coastal Plains. The city supports a strong industrial and retail base, featuring manufacturing, petrochemical, and energy sectors, as well as being home to Victoria College and the Texas A&M–Victoria. This combination of opportunity, services, and quality of life makes Victoria an appealing place to live, work, and grow a career in public service.

Role Description The City of Victoria is seeking a motivated, creative, and passionate HR Partner I – Talent Acquisition and Development to join our Human Resources team! This position plays a key role in attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals who help serve our community. Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment efforts, partnering with City departments to address staffing needs, enhancing the candidate and onboarding experience, and supporting employee training and professional development initiatives. The HR Partner I will also contribute to recruitment outreach, employer branding, workforce planning, and employee engagement programs. The ideal candidate is an organized, innovative, and people-focused professional with strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for connecting people with opportunities while helping employees grow and succeed in their careers.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human resources or related field and three to five (3-5) years of human resources related experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as an HR Professional through SHRM or HRCI preferred.
• Human Resources principles and practices.
• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. 
• General office policies, procedures, and practices. 
• Records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.
• Proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. 
• Recruitment procedures and guidelines. 
• Experience promoting inclusive hiring practices and implementing equitable selection processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to conduct effective personnel interviews.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public. 
• Preparing clear and concise reports. 
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Presenting informational material to various audiences.
• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining a high degree of confidentiality. 
• Valid State Driver’s License.