Human Resources Business Partner

Job description

Service New Brunswick Human Resources Business Partner (17848) R85-2026/27-592 Permanent, Full-Time Flexible location within New Brunswick Open Competition

Service New Brunswick is seeking collaborative and solutions-focused Human Resources (HR) Business Partners to join the Human Resources Business Partnerships Unit within the People and Culture Branch. *Note: This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.* As a trusted advisor to leaders, the HR Business Partner works closely with assigned client groups to support organizational objectives through effective people strategies. This role provides expert advice, guidance, and coaching on a wide range of human resources matters, helping leaders navigate complex workplace issues while fostering an engaged, healthy, and high-performing workforce. Working at Service New Brunswick is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to build a meaningful career. Guided by our vision of "Elevating Service Excellence", our teams provide high-quality, innovative public services for customers with a focus on value for all New Brunswickers. Known for our people-oriented workplace culture, we foster an environment where innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork are celebrated. We are proud to be recognized as one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for 2026!

What We Offer At SNB, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are:

- Human-Centered: We prioritize well-being and flexibility for our employees.

- Driven by Growth: We invest in your professional development and career advancement.

- Celebrating Excellence: We recognize and reward outstanding contributions.

- United by Purpose: Every project you work on makes a real difference for New Brunswickers.

- Empowered to Decide: We trust our teams to make decisions and innovate boldly.

The successful candidate will partner with clients across the organization and provide operational and strategic support in areas including:

- Employee and Labour Relations

- Attendance Management

- Performance Management

- Classification and Compensation

- Workforce Planning

- Recruitment and Talent Acquisition

Please ensure that you indicate the competition number R85-2026/27-592 when applying.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (PB4): University degree in a related field with a minimum of four (4) years of related work experience. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. The immediate opening requires written and spoken competence in French and English. Future positions may require written and spoken competence in English only. Please state your language capability. Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please state your language capability on your application and ensure that preferred language for assessment is clearly identified.

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS: Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate:

- Coursework in human resources, a recognized Human Resources designation; diploma or certificate.

- Experience working in a unionized environment.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

- Human Resources Management

- Consulting Skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

- Analytical Thinking/Judgment

- Client Service Orientation

- Concern for Order

- Effective Interactive Communication

- Relationship/Network Building

- Results Orientation

- Teamwork and Cooperation

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement is also required:

- This position may require some travel within the province therefore candidates must have the ability to travel to client work locations within New Brunswick.

- Candidates will be required to undergo Criminal Record Check prior to appointment.

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

SALARY: PB4 = $59,930 - $83,824 annually – Pay Band 4 - Management and Non-Union Pay Plan We strongly encourage you to submit your application via the online portal by using the “Apply Online” button, to increase the efficiency and maintain a consistent candidate experience. Please ensure your application is complete by November 18, 2026 and indicate competition number R85-2026/27-592.

In the unlikely event that you experience technical difficulties or are unable to complete your application online, contact [email protected]. We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Veterans who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.