Human Resources Business Partner - Strategic Growth Advisor

HR Business Partner — Strategic Growth Advisor

About The River & Our Transformation Story

At The River (Indian River State College), we are reimagining what higher education can be — for our students, our employees, and our community. As a nationally recognized institution and recipient of the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, The River has long been known for academic excellence, access, and impact. But we are not standing still.

We are building the future of learning and the future of work, together. That means :

• Transforming HR into a Future-Ready Engine
• We are elevating HR from administrative to strategic — making it a growth driver, culture architect, and enabler of student and institutional success.
• Professionalizing & Scaling
• We are strengthening our HR systems, processes, and talent to match the best-run organizations in the world, while honoring our mission-driven roots.
• Designing for the Future of Education
• We are preparing for what's next : AI-powered solutions, new models of student success, and innovative ways of connecting education to meaningful careers.
• Driving Cultural Renewal
• We are embedding leadership principles, creating accountability, and ensuring every employee experiences belonging, growth, and impact.

This is not maintenance work — it is transformation work. We are seeking leaders at every level who want to roll up their sleeves, innovate, and execute — leaders who will help us build something bold and lasting. At The River, HR is not only supporting the mission, but leading the way in shaping the future of higher education.

Why Join Us

Joining The River as an HR Business Partner is more than a career move — it's an opportunity to make history in higher education and people strategy. Here's why this is a uniquely compelling role :

We value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes :

Health & Wellness : Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, supplemental plans, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Affordable Coverage : PPO / HMO options starting at just $50 / month for individual coverage and $180 / month for family coverage.

Retirement Security : Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.

Time for You : Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave to support work-life balance.

Perks & Discounts : Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.

Growth & Development : Professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities to advance your career.

Purpose of the Role

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) at The River is more than a policy advisor — this is a strategic seat at the table. You will partner with executives, deans, and leaders to design the workforce of the future, embed leadership standards, and accelerate transformation.

This role is about :

The purpose of this role is not just to "support" leaders — it is to help them succeed in leading people, so that The River succeeds in transforming lives.

Impact You Will Make

As an HRBP at The River, your impact will be visible, measurable, and lasting. You will :

This is a role where your fingerprints will be on the future of The River — on the leaders we grow, the culture we build, and the transformation we achieve together.

Key Capabilities & Mindset

To thrive as an HR Business Partner at The River, you must bring both strategic capability and a builder's mindset. We are not hiring for "caretakers" of existing systems; we are seeking architects and accelerators who can both imagine and implement the future of HR.

You will succeed here if you bring :

This is a role for leaders who are builders, not just maintainers — people who wake up inspired by the chance to make HR, leadership, and culture stronger every day.

Experience & Qualifications

We are seeking builders, strategists, and advisors with the following experiences and capabilities :

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