Human Resources Business Partner I

Hybrid 2 to 3 days onsite

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Human Resources Business Partner provides broad based professional human resources generalist support and other duties as assigned to support the overall business.
• This position will partner with all HR functions to implement practices, policies and procedures in order to be responsive to the Hospital's goals, culture and competitive practices.
• All HR staff members must be focused on the points of integration for seamless patient care, employee effectiveness and experience.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Essential Functions:
1. Works directly with the HR Business Partners and Management to effectively promote positive employee relations.
2. Maintains visibility with all employees and addresses any issues and concerns that are identified in a timely and professional manner.
3. Ensures compliance with state and federal laws through efficient administration of company HR policies, procedures, programs and initiatives.
4. Conducts employee meetings and assists in training and development sessions on various topics as needed.
5. Develops solid understanding of and ability to interpret both business and HR metrics to drive results.
6. Counsels leaders through Human Resource topics such as: workforce planning, staffing, performance management, employee/labor relations, and overall culture of engagement.
7. Undertakes special projects on behalf of HR and associated client groups.
8. Ensures compliance with human resources policies and procedures.
9. Partners with client groups to develop and implement project plans for HR related initiatives.
10. Partners with the Employee & Labor Relations department of complex employee relations issues and union activities.
11. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-6 years of Human Resources Generalists/Junior Business Partner experience
• Strong employee relations experience
• Experience in work accommodations and coaching.
• Experience working with a represented and non-represented environment

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Key Competencies:
Strong problem solving, analytical and technical skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Impeccable accountability to the best interests of the team and the organization as a whole
Ability to relate well with and influence, strong, independent thinkers
Demonstrated credibility and integrity in communication, actions and an optimistic approach to business
Viewed as a provider of balanced and positive support, especially in gray areas
Critical thinker with success in developing innovative solutions to business problems; able to work through complex issues
High touch approach to leadership including presence and visibility to leaders at all levels
Stays calm in contentious situations
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills of compensation plans and makes both easy to understand by the client
Ability to resolve moderately complex employee issues
Demonstrated adaptability skills to work within a diverse workforce with competing priorities
Strong teamwork mindset with the ability to partner effectively with subject matter experts

Manager Notes: Someone with some strong employee relations experience would be ideal. There is a significant amount of employee relations, work accommodations and manager coaching involved.