HR BUSINESS PARTNER FOR PUBLIC SAFETY

HR BUSINESS PARTNER FOR PUBLIC SAFETY

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking collaborative professional applicants for the position of HR Business Partner for Public Safety for the Human Resources Department. Under the general direction of the Chief Human Resources Officer, the position is responsible for the administration and implementation of the human resource functions for the Worcester Police and Fire Departments for Civil Service, Labor Service, and civilian employees. Key responsibilities include the management and completion of tasks related to hiring, promotion, disciplinary action, and policy development. This position will serve as a strategic liaison between the Human Resources Department and Public Safety leadership and will play a critical role in strengthening interdepartmental collaboration, aligning HR practices with operational goals, and fostering a responsive, equitable, and service-oriented culture. This position offers a unique opportunity to support the evolving needs of public safety personnel while advancing the City's commitment to excellence in workforce management.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS :

• Responsible for the employment procedures of civil service positions for the Worcester Police and Fire Departments, to include the certification process for public safety appointments, promotions, and recruitment initiatives.
• Responsible for the employment procedures of labor service positions for the Worcester Police and Fire Department, to include the certification (hiring) process for labor service appointments, promotions, and recruitment initiatives.
• Work in collaboration with Human Resource staff and the appropriate department officials to organize, coordinate, and implement the certification (hiring) process of Police Officers and Firefighters appointments for Department Academies.
• Plan and progress functions of the certification (hiring) process including recruitment activities, communication with the Human Resources Department of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, confirming background check process, drafting bypass letters, scheduling medical and physical appointments, coordinating the hiring and onboarding process, and updating the Commonwealth of Massachusetts recruiting platform.
• Plan and progress functions of the local registry hiring process in conjunction with Human Resources Department of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Provide employee promotional documentation to the Massachusetts Human Resources Department to confirm promotional exam eligibility.
• Participate in investigations with the Investigations Division with the Executive Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion along with Worcester Police and Worcester Fire as needed.
• Oversee and track Civil Service dates regarding hiring, temporary promotions and permanent promotions, demotions, and terminations.
• Deliver informational sessions for Police and Fire Academy participants.
• May occasionally deliver presentations at City employee trainings as needed.
• Consult and work with the appropriate Human Resource staff to resolve civil service issues and discrepancies, grievances, and disputes, address collective bargaining issues, complaints and handle general employment issues.
• Prepare support documentation and paperwork in support of Department personnel actions.
• Create and draft personnel policies specific to the Department.
• Participate, as requested, as a member of the City's collective bargaining negotiation team with Police and Fire unions and provide assistance in the review of documents.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

SALARY RANGE : $80,709 - $105,964 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits package.

To apply, please visit : www.worcesterma.gov / employment or send resume and cover letter to : City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2025, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to : City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, Hiring@worcesterma.gov .