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Human Resources Business Partner - Various Locations

RWJBarnabas Health
South Plainfield, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/26/2026
Req #: 48862

Category: Human Resources

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department: Human Resources

Pay Range: $95,100.00 - $123,700.00 per year

Location:

379 Campus Drive, Somerset, NJ 07080

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Location: Opportunities available across multiple locations throughout the RWJBarnabas Health system

Department Name: Human Resources

Req #: 48862

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $95,000 - $130,000 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.

Job Overview

RWJBarnabas Health Human Resources Operations is seeking experienced Human Resources Business Partners to join our Human Resources team. We currently have opportunities available across multiple locations throughout the RWJBarnabas Health system.

The HR Business Partner provides operational and consultative human resources services to staff and management, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits, compensation, and workforce support for assigned departments. This role establishes and maintains effective partnerships with business leaders to ensure organizational and departmental goals related to human resources are achieved.

HR Business Partners serve as trusted advisors to leadership and employees, assist in the delivery of HR programs and services, complete required reporting, oversee onsite HR initiatives, and support special projects as needed. Opportunities may support various hospitals, ambulatory locations, service lines, and corporate functions throughout the organization.

This Role Might Be For You If

  • You enjoy building strong partnerships and serving as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees.
  • You can effectively balance strategic thinking with hands-on HR support.
  • You excel at problem-solving and navigating complex workplace situations.
  • You have strong communication and relationship-management skills.
  • You are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • You enjoy using data and insights to support decision-making and improve outcomes.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can adapt to changing business needs.
  • You are comfortable making independent decisions while exercising sound judgment and discretion.

As an HR Business Partner, a Typical Day Might Include:

  • Counseling employees regarding transfers, career opportunities, and professional development programs.
  • Supporting employee engagement, retention efforts, and employee satisfaction initiatives.
  • Conducting exit interviews and identifying workforce trends.
  • Serving as the primary HR liaison for assigned leaders and departments.
  • Managing employee and labor relations matters.
  • Partnering with Employee Health Services and other HR Centers of Excellence.
  • Ensuring compliance with employment laws, policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Advising leaders on performance management, employee relations, and organizational challenges.
  • Preparing facility and corporate reports.
  • Supporting grievance responses, unemployment claims, and legal documentation.
  • Serving as a consultant and mediator on policy, contract interpretation, and workplace concerns.
  • Participating in special projects and organizational initiatives.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

Travel Requirements

Travel is required as an essential function of this role to support leaders and teams across the RWJBarnabas Health enterprise.

To Be Considered for These Opportunities

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field.
  • Prior Human Resources Business Partner experience.
  • Working knowledge of HRIS and talent management systems.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions.
  • Employee and/or Labor Relations experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Three to five years of progressive Human Resources experience at the Generalist or HR Business Partner level.
  • Healthcare experience preferred.
  • Experience supporting multiple leaders and departments within a complex organization.

Benefits and Perks

Benefits

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing Promise, we offer comprehensive benefits and resources designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing, including:

  • Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Retirement Plans
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Planning Support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance
  • Community and Volunteer Opportunities
  • Employee Discounts through partners such as Verizon, NJ Devils, and NJPAC
  • And more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey's leading academic health system, dedicated to providing patient-centered, high-quality care while creating an exceptional employee experience. As an HR Business Partner, you will play a critical role in supporting the workforce that powers our mission of building and sustaining healthier communities throughout New Jersey.

Join our Human Resources team and explore opportunities to make a meaningful impact across one of the largest and most respected healthcare systems in the region.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $95,000 - $130,000

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