Human Resources Business Partner - Facilities

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Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) - Facilities is a strategic advisor, trusted partner, and advocate for managers and employees within University Facilities. As a highly visible campus resource, the HRBP will develop and maintain effective working relationships between Human Resources and the respective Department Heads. The HRBP will operate as a business partner with the Division to address all HR related issues and matters including recruitment, employment, total compensation, employee and labor relations, and training and development.  The HRBP will be a change agent, management advocate and employee resource and will provide expert guidance and solutions aligned with university strategy and objectives.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partners with campus leadership and managers to understand workforce needs and provide HR solutions aligned with university strategy and objectives.

• Develops workforce plans, identifies skill gaps, and implements strategies for recruitment, employee development and retention in compliance with EEO regulations.

• Coaches' managers on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and legal compliance.

• Reviews employee issues with empathy, fairness, and adherence to applicable university policies and procedures. Determines when to refer a matter to the Employee/Labor Relations unit for handling.

• Collaborates with the HR team on compensation, benefits, payroll, training, labor relations and employee relations initiatives.

• Implements compensation initiatives and philosophy in addition to following the collective bargaining agreement and civil service guidelines.

• Plans, develops, organizes and implements HR business plans aligned with the overall University strategy. 

• Provides strategic guidance on organizational structure, succession planning, creation of new positions and effective communication planning and supports the departments in implementing the plan.

• Builds and maintains personal credibility at all levels to effectively provide advice and counsel.

• Guides managers on performance management processes, including goal setting, and performance reviews to foster continuous improvement and accountability. 

• Provides direction and tools for leaders to continually assess changing business requirements and skill set needs including guiding and developing job description creation.

• Identify training needs and develops relevant training programs in partnership with the Learning and Development team

• Oversees onboarding and transition of new employees and new senior leaders to their respective areas.

• Coordinates, participates and represents the Office of Human Resources at various committee meetings.

• Provides guidance on HR policies, procedures and best practices, and supports the implementation of HR initiatives. 

• Provides cross-coverage and back-up support for other HR Business Partners and their assigned organizations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in Human Resources or a related field.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Human Resources, including demonstrated progressive HR generalist experience, preferably in a highly complex organization. 

• Ability to influence at all levels using excellent communication, problem-solving