Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources

Level 3 / Class 2250 / Exempt / Full-Time / Benefited / Confidential / Hybrid-eligible

Hiring Salary Range: commensurate with qualifications

THE ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general direction of the Chief Human Resources Officer, the HR Business Partner is responsible for a variety of initiatives in support of departments and the administration. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, management of staff orientation and staff events, policy implementation and interpretation, training and development, performance management, and HR project management.

The incumbent will provide HR support including, but not limited to:

• Staff Orientation and Events: Lead and coordinate staff orientations and staff events
• Employee/Labor Relations: Serve as resource for managers and staff. Ensure compliance with policies and collective bargaining agreements, provide guidance in addressing performance concerns. Oversee the performance evaluation process and provide training to managers. Lead initiatives to develop and maintain accurate job descriptions.
• Training and Development: Develop and administer training programs for employees and managers. Provide or coordinate group and individual training on various topics. Oversee the mandatory College-wide training programs.
• Policy Development and Implementation: Work with the CHRO to review, develop, and implement personnel policies and communicate them to managers and employees.
• HR Project Management: Serve as project management resource for HR-related projects and initiatives.
• Other Duties as Assigned

REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree (Required)
• Minimum of three (3) years experience working in HR, including experience developing policies and providing manager training

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to present on various topics to employees and managers.
• Excellent communication, both written and oral.
• Ability to build relationships and interact effectively with diverse audiences.
• Ability to evaluate issues as they arise and effectively problem solve.
• Demonstrated political acumen, tact, diplomacy and highest level of discretion and confidentiality in employee matters.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to personnel administration.
• Understanding of academic environment, preferred.

BENEFITS

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
• University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs

For your Work/Life Balance

• Fifteen paid holidays per year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Commuter Benefits Program

THE HIRING PROCESS

Failure to provide the information as required on the application and/or instructions to apply shall immediately disqualify an applicant from employment consideration.

This position has been designated as “sensitive” and requires a pre-employment background check.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Depending on the quality and number of the applications received, only the better qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview. The position is open until filled.

The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.

UC Hastings College of the Law is an equal opportunity employer. UC Hastings strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Hastings College of the Law is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.