HR Business Partner

Main Responsibilities

• Establishes relationships across the HR function to deliver value-added services to management and employees that reflect the University objectives.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues.
• Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• 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.
• Provides consultation for all phases of the recruiting process with hiring managers and search committees, i.e. planning of staffing projections, applicant pool development, posting and advertising, screening and selection.
• Advises hiring managers on position classification and salary targets.
• Provides confidential and strategic consultation in areas such as salary benchmarking, coaching/mentoring, and development of strategic workforce planning.
• Proactively engages in reorganizations, change management efforts, and division goals and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Higher education experience is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues and/or HR leadership.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Embraces Xavier’s Jesuit Catholic identity and Ignatian values.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of constituents.
• Demonstrates agility and flexibility to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task with interruptions and changing priorities.