A minimum of three (3) years of Human Resources experience providing guidance and consultation to internal customers/business managers on employee relations and performance management, with exposure to working with compensation, talent acquisition, learning/development, organizational development, benefits, and HRIS is required.

Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.

Understanding of core human resources functions including employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, organizational development, performance management, learning and development, HRIS, and employee engagement.

Experience using HR systems, data management tools, and technology to support HR operations and decision-making.

Strong relationship-building, consulting, and communication skills with the ability to effectively partner with leaders and employees at all levels.

Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making abilities.

Ability to analyze and interpret workforce data, trends, and metrics to support business and organizational objectives.

Experience managing multiple priorities and providing strategic HR guidance in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively identify and address organizational needs.

Strong collaboration skills with the ability to build effective partnerships across departments and HR functional areas.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, HR systems, and other digital tools, including emerging AI technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent).
• Previous experience in higher education or a public-sector environment.

Job Description:
Responsible for aligning business objectives with HR strategies/services
by serving as a consultant to leadership and employees. Acts as a
liaison between supported divisions/departments and HR specialty
functions to ensure that HR solutions are aligned with institutional
priorities.

Job Duties:
Duties

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations matters and workplace concerns with professionalism, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to managers related to performance management, employee development, disciplinary actions, and workplace issues.
• Partner closely with leadership and employees to foster positive working relationships, strengthen employee engagement, and support productivity and retention efforts.
• Advise departments on HR policies, procedures, and best practices while identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational effectiveness.
• Participate in regular meetings with division and department leadership to provide strategic HR consultation and support.
• Support organizational initiatives including workforce planning, succession planning, departmental restructures, and talent management strategies.
• Collaborate with Compensation and Classification teams on position reviews, updates, and compensation-related considerations to ensure alignment with institutional practices and market standards.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on recruitment strategies, key searches, and hiring initiatives to attract and retain top talent.
• Identify learning and development opportunities for departments and leaders and collaborate with HR partners to support training and coaching initiatives.
• Analyze workforce trends, metrics, and organizational data to recommend HR solutions, programs, and process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:


Job Open Date: 08/11/2026
Job Close Date: 08/20/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:


Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58118"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58118

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9780303"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58118 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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A minimum of three (3) years of Human Resources experience providing guidance and consultation to internal customers/business managers on employee relations and performance management, with exposure to working with compensation, talent acquisition, learning/development, organizational development, benefits, and HRIS is required.

Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.

Understanding of core human resources functions including employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, organizational development, performance management, learning and development, HRIS, and employee engagement.

Experience using HR systems, data management tools, and technology to support HR operations and decision-making.

Strong relationship-building, consulting, and communication skills with the ability to effectively partner with leaders and employees at all levels.

Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making abilities.

Ability to analyze and interpret workforce data, trends, and metrics to support business and organizational objectives.

Experience managing multiple priorities and providing strategic HR guidance in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively identify and address organizational needs.

Strong collaboration skills with the ability to build effective partnerships across departments and HR functional areas.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, HR systems, and other digital tools, including emerging AI technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent).
• Previous experience in higher education or a public-sector environment.

Job Description:
Responsible for aligning business objectives with HR strategies/services
by serving as a consultant to leadership and employees. Acts as a
liaison between supported divisions/departments and HR specialty
functions to ensure that HR solutions are aligned with institutional
priorities.

Job Duties:
Duties

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations matters and workplace concerns with professionalism, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to managers related to performance management, employee development, disciplinary actions, and workplace issues.
• Partner closely with leadership and employees to foster positive working relationships, strengthen employee engagement, and support productivity and retention efforts.
• Advise departments on HR policies, procedures, and best practices while identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational effectiveness.
• Participate in regular meetings with division and department leadership to provide strategic HR consultation and support.
• Support organizational initiatives including workforce planning, succession planning, departmental restructures, and talent management strategies.
• Collaborate with Compensation and Classification teams on position reviews, updates, and compensation-related considerations to ensure alignment with institutional practices and market standards.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on recruitment strategies, key searches, and hiring initiatives to attract and retain top talent.
• Identify learning and development opportunities for departments and leaders and collaborate with HR partners to support training and coaching initiatives.
• Analyze workforce trends, metrics, and organizational data to recommend HR solutions, programs, and process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:


Job Open Date: 08/11/2026
Job Close Date: 08/20/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:


Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58118"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58118

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9780303"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58118 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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