Human Resources Agency Partner

About the role

Are you Ready to Launch Your Career? 🚀 We are seeking a dedicated HR Agency Partner to align our people operations with the mission of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany. In this role, you will be a strategic partner supporting our staff, coaching leaders, and nurturing a collaborative, purpose-driven workplace culture that honors our community. If you combine strategic HR expertise with a commitment to meeting the needs of vulnerable, we invite you to join our mission.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Will serve as a subject area expert for one or more Human Resources Disciplines; provides guidance and support to other HRAP’s; completes special projects and assignments related to the area of expertise.
• Maintains an on-site presence at each designated agency.
• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team 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 Director of Human Resources and legal counsel as needed/required.

Qualifications

• Mission-driven with exceptional emotional intelligence.
• Strong mastery of investigative interviewing techniques and complaint resolution.
• Demonstrated experience driving results through collaboration, data, and creativity.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, or a related field.
• SHRM Certified Professional preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience working with a diverse population.
• Knowledgeable of local, state and federal employment law and compliance requirements.
• 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.
• Experience resolving complex employee relations matters.
• Working knowledge of workplace health and safety matters including COVID-19 and NYS HERO Act.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of current car insurance and registration, and access to a reliable, working vehicle.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Retirement planning options
• Generous Time Off (accrue up to 23 days off in first year, based on standard work day)
• A collaborative work environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
• Exciting referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• Career Growth
• A collaborative team culture
• Click here to view our benefit brochure!

Pay

Salary: $62,353.20 annually

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8AM - 4PM (35 hours/week)