Human Resources Business Partner Co-op Spring 2025 - State of Massachusetts

*Position Summary* The Human Resources Co-op will support the Employee Engagement team and specifically the Human Resources Business Partners. HR Business Partners are responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of Human Resources (HR) for an assigned division or business unit. The HRBP serves as a strategic partner to key business leaders, providing insight on opportunities to leverage people to meet organizational objectives. The HRBP coordinates with relevant HR units and shared services departments to influence departmental policy to support HR related business initiatives. *Duties and Responsibilities* * Leverages a deep understanding of the business strategy to provide expert insight. Influences division/business unit management on all aspects of people management, focusing on performance management; organization development and effectiveness; and employee productivity. * Manages and recommends improvements to goal setting within the unit; performance management processes; and learning and development programs. Ensures progress on employee-related issues to contribute to MassDOT's “best places to work” initiatives. * Develops and implements HR metrics and reporting to facilitate decision making. * Develops organizational capability for the assigned division/business unit. Leads talent review/succession plan program for the assigned division/business unit and ensures that follow up actions are implemented to develop leaders and upgrade talent. In partnership with other HR units, develops talent acquisition strategies that align to division/business unit needs. * Develops and implements best in class HR practices across the division/business unit to support business objectives, strategic priorities, and department philosophy. * Monitors and ensures compliance with HR policies and procedures; collective bargaining agreements; and employment law. * Identifies, develops, and implements HR programs that support business objectives and key performance priorities of assigned division/business unit. * Leverages HR resources to respond to issues relevant to the division/business unit. Gathers data, information, and feedback to influence continuous improvement of HR service delivery and align HR support models to match business and employee needs. * Monitors external market trends relative to talent issues across the division/business unit and demonstrate proactive efforts to address emerging HR issues. * Works with business leaders to facilitate the adoption of such policies and agreements. * Participates in rollouts of HR projects representing the division/business unit's business and HR needs. * Participates in relevant leadership team meetings to develop operating plans, and ensure that the unit has the people, organizational alignment, and culture to enable it to execute effectively to meet near-term and long range goals. * Provides coaching to business leaders on core managerial skills. * Pro-actively identifies key business issues and the related people, organizational and cultural implications. * Supports key change management needs and the development of a high performance culture. *Preferred Qualifications* * Excellent collaboration and team building skills. * Demonstrated written communication skills. * Strong verbal communication and listening skills. * Demonstrated analytical skills. * Demonstrated problem solving skills. * Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills. * Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion. * Possess flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. * Excellent organizational skills. * Maintains a high degree of professionalism. * Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback. * Ability to inspire and develop staff. * Demonstrated strategic thinking, including people development, objective setting, and measurement skills. * Proficient usage of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook. * Must have legal work authorization in the U.S. * Must be able to work Eastern Time Zone business hours Monday-Friday *Application Instructions * Please attach a copy of your resume and a cover letter stating your interest in the position, your goals for the internship within the context of working at MassDOT. *About MassDOT* The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers. MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions. This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply. All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered. Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position. * For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us. * For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722. * For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935. *An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.* *The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.* Job: Human Resources* Organization: Massachusetts Department of Transportation* Title: *Human Resources Business Partner Co-op Spring 2025* Location: *Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza* Requisition ID: *2400092S*