Human Resources Partner / Senior Human Resources Business Partner, School of Medicine

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Join our winning team as a Human Resources Partner for School of Medicine. The University of Nevada, Reno's Human Resources Department, in collaboration with School of Medicine, is looking for a strategic, dynamic, and driven Human Resources Partner (HRP) to champion HR functions for our School of Medicine.

This is a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your experience and dedication will make a meaningful difference. Each day offers the opportunity to contribute to important initiatives, and help build a strong, people-focused environment. Reporting directly to Human Resources, you'll be a trusted advisor to School of Medicine, working closely with faculty, and staff to foster collaboration, and long-term organizational success in influencing key decisions in:

• Talent Management - Partners with hiring managers and HR Talent Acquisition team to identify staffing strategy and needs. 

• Employee Relations - Partners with HR Employee Relations Team as a point of contact for employee relations matters, such as policy interpretation, performance management, conflict resolution, coaching, and disciplinary actions.

• Organizational Development - Partners with HR Organizational and Employee Development team to provide guidance and training to managers and employees on HR-related topics and to support employee career development.

• Partners with the Classification and Compensation team to provide guidance to managers, supervisors, and employees at all levels in the development of job descriptions, and recommendations on promotions, transfers, and salary actions for both classified staff and administrative faculty positions.

• Oversee processes for workers' compensation, disability, leave, workplace accommodation requests, and health and safety issues; inform managers as needed

We are seeking a bold, collaborative HR professional who combines strategic insight with a hands-on, people-first approach. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a workplace where teamwork, trust, and shared purpose drive success. The ideal candidate is a:

• Strategic thinker - Who understands how to align people initiatives with organizational goals

• Effective communicator - A relationship-builder who thrives in partnership, fosters cross-functional collaboration, and creates spaces where all voices are heard

• HR Expert & Innovator - Well versed in modern HR practices and passionate about process improvements

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