This is not a remote position. This position is based at our Virginia Beach, VA campus location.

Transform your Career at ECPI University

Since 1966, ECPI Universitys employees have been dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and career goals through our unique education model. Our culture is to prioritize our students success through the support of our dynamic team and industry focused curriculum.

ECPI University provides a stable work environment, with professional growth opportunities, and competitive benefits. If you are interested in joining us in making a difference in students lives, we would love to hear from you to discuss the opportunity.

Benefits of Employment

ECPI University provides comprehensive benefits to full-time employees, some of which are highlighted below:

• Tuition scholarship program available to full-time employees and their immediate family members after 90 days of employment
• Competitive compensation and medical/dental benefit plans
• PTO and holiday pay
• 401(k) participation with possible employer contributions
• Part-time and Adjunct employees have a different list of benefits that can be provided when requested

As an HR Business Partner (HRBP) you will play a key role in providing guidance and support to campus leadership in areas such as workforce planning, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, training and development, compensation and employee engagement. The HRBP will advise campus leadership on HR best practices, as well as the interpretation and practical application of HR policies, procedures and legislation.

• Actively partners with campus leadership; serves as the go to person for HR questions and guidance related to policies, procedures, systems, benefits, compensation, FMLA, ADA, etc.
• Provides HR guidance to campus leadership on employee relations issues.
• Conducts New Employee Orientation.
• Works with campus leadership to find solutions to employee performance issues; guides disciplinary actions to conclusion.
• Provides HR support in organizational change initiatives to include job design, communications, terminations, promotions and new hires.
• Administers a variety of human resources programs and functions including employee relations, FMLA, ADA, tuition reimbursement/discount, training, open enrollment & benefit changes, workers compensation claims, job classification reviews, performance reviews,onboarding, and exit processes.
• Ensures fairness and accuracy in HR documentation.
• Ensures consistency in the execution of HR policies and practices.
• Maintains positive relationships with managers and employees to promote a culture of open communication.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or business-related field required

Licensure:

• PHR, SPHR certification desirable

Relevant Work Experience:

• 5 years experience in Human Resources with at least 3 years prior HR Generalist experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A well-rounded HR skill-set: knowledge of fundamental HR practices across employee relations, benefits, staffing, management practices, organizational effectiveness, compensation and talent management
• Attention to detail and the capability to apply discretion and sound judgment in managing complex processes, decisions and handling sensitive information; including knowing when to escalate
• Exceptional communication, listening, coaching, facilitation and conflict resolution skills
• Strong working knowledge of US federal employment laws and regulations (ADA, EEO, FMLA, FLSA) and the ability to appropriately spot employment risk issues
• Ability to work within compressed timeframes and embrace the sense of urgency, innovation and resourcefulness required in a fast-paced organization
• Comfortable working hands-on to get things done
• Ability to handle multiple projects; shifting priorities effectively as needed
• HR Information Systems experience required; UltiPro preferred

ECPI University is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.