Baylor University is seeking a service-oriented HR Consultant (HRC). The HR Consultant serves as a strategic HR business partner for a portfolio of internal client groups. Candidates considered for this position must be able to demonstrate previous experience in guiding key HR business strategy, critical decision making, high service commitment, and successful performance in mediating employee relations outcomes. This position will be a critical partner in assisting client groups with assessing and developing culture, aiding client in becoming business ready, and providing support to find strong problem resolution.

What You’ll Do:

• Working as part of a service delivery team that includes recruiting, compensation, and HR service support, you will provide HR services to our clients and serve as a resource to client leadership on all employment matters. Approach should be flexible and practical when addressing issues, with an understanding that the primary role is to reduce risk and exposure on matters related to employment practices. 
• Assist with routine and complex employee relations/performance issues. Ability to work with both client leadership and employees on development plans, performance improvement plans, talent management plans, and organizational plans for future growth in staffing resource needs. Will work with leadership through performance management efforts and support through separations as needed.
• Play a vital role in supporting and driving organizational change by empowering client leaders to make key business decisions. Participate in workforce planning and resource allocations as led by client leadership while focusing on HR best practices to bring the greatest result to the client group. Assist in preparing client groups to become and stay business ready while promoting adaptability and creative thinking. Approach is one of gaining understanding, building trust, utilizing available data, and making strong recommendations for leader driven decisions. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Results focused, accountable, and highly trusted
• Highly service focused with commitment to outcomes
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lead projects and high degree of follow up 
• The ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality with employees at all levels of the organization
• Be extremely relational and able to work with a diverse range of individuals including executives, Deans, hiring managers, and staff employees
• Ability to work in complex organization with discernment, initiative, and adaptability
• Ability to be proactive and anticipate next steps and needs within the issue

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree and five years of relevant work experience. A Master’s Degree and eight years of relevant work experience are preferred. Strong preference will also be given to candidates who currently have a PHR, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP. An active Christian faith is required. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

The Baylor Experience

Working at Baylor is so much more than simply having a job! As part of the Baylor family, employees not only receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, generous time off, and fantastic automatic retirement contributions*, they also get to experience Baylor. 

• Experience the culture of working for an institution consistently ranked as a “Great College to Work For” by The Chronicle of Higher Education
• Experience a mission driven organization based on a strong Christian commitment (www.baylor.edu/about)
• Experience Baylor academics with outstanding tuition remission for staff and qualified dependents*
• Experience our beautiful campus with access to libraries, museums, and recreational facilities such as our fitness center, athletic courts, an indoor swimming pool, and the Baylor marina to name a few
• Experience Baylor athletics as a highly competitive BIG XII contender

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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