The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a consultant to employees and leaders within designated University departments, developing and nurturing partnerships to assess and anticipate human resource-related needs. The HRBP performs a range of functions relating to human resources management, compensation administration, performance management, employee relations, and other complex and routine human resources services.
REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience
- Five years’ professional level HR consultant or generalist experience. Supervisory experience is helpful.
- Considerable knowledge is required of the principles of Human Resource management.
- Working knowledge of state and federal labor laws and regulations. Proficiency with Banner HRIS is helpful.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development or related field.
Licenses/Certifications/Credentials
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) through HRCI or SHRM-CP required. SPHR or SHRM-SCP preferred.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Human Resources Coordinator
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Works closely with employees and leaders to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase employee engagement, productivity, and retention
- Develops effective programs and solutions that improve workplace experience and performance for partnered departments
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues; conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations
- Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders relating to coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary action, etc.
- Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation for University partners and collaborates with colleagues within the Human Resources department to develop and implement effective workplace policies.
- Identifies training needs and creates or procures professional development and in-service opportunities for employees and managers
- Consults with departmental partners on organization development and staffing needs within their areas; oversees the recruitment and selection processes for designated departments, including hiring qualified employees into open positions and ensuring necessary documentation is completed.
- Monitors budgeted staffing allocations and maintains accurate position controls in collaboration with the University’s Controller.
- Assists managers in developing and/or editing position descriptions. Responsible to determine FLSA status and benchmark compensation
- Manages accommodation requests, supporting employees and departments in an inclusive manner
- Manages HR technologies, such as applicant tracking systems, human resources information systems, computer-based training systems
- Audits employee records for correctness and reconciles discrepancies; provides necessary reporting information to stakeholders and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements
- Responds to request for information from DOL, EEOC, unemployment division, and / or other regulatory agencies
- Communicates effectively with all individuals within our organization; writes, researches, and edits employee-related materials
- Supervises HR Coordinators ensuring effective work and appropriate developmental opportunities. Performs charge, as needed, in the Director’s absence
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required
- Represent University to local organizations.
- Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
- Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
- Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
- Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
- Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
- Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.
This role serves as a Title IX Responsible Employee. Yes
This role serves as a Campus Security Authority. Yes
This role requires a clean or acceptable driving record. No
This role is considered Essential (see Extreme Weather Policy for definition). No
COMPETENCIES/OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
To perform the job successfully, an individual will demonstrate the following:
- Adaptability — Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Attendance/Punctuality — Is consistently at work and on time. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
- Business Acumen — Understands business implications of decisions. Conserves organizational resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently.
- Customer Service — Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Responds promptly to the customer's needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service. Responds to requests for service and assistance.
- Dependability — Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets commitments. Ability to manage multiple priorities while still meeting deadlines.
- Initiative — Undertakes self-development activities. Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Asks for and offers help when needed. Displays original thinking and creativity. Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
- Interpersonal — Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Remains open to others & ideas and tries new things. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Judgment — Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Makes timely decisions.
- Motivation — Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measure self against the standard of excellence. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looking for ways to improve and promote quality.
- Oral Communication — Demonstrates group presentation skills. Participates in meetings.
- Organizational Support — Follows policies and procedures. Supports University's goals and values. Willingness to contribute, as a member of the University community, towards advancing the mission.
- Problem-Solving — Collects and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Safety and Security — Observes safety and security procedures.
- Written Communication — Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for correct spelling and grammar. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information.
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