What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Business Partner position at Adventist Health?
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley has been deeply connected to the community we serve since 1956. We are comprised of a 50-bed acute care medical center, level IV trauma center, level II intensive care nursery services, extensive physical rehabilitation program, outpatient surgery and diagnostic center and advanced wound care center. Ukiah is a unique small town that charms you with its rich character, arts, vineyards and natural surroundings. Ukiah beckons you to explore all that the valley has to offer amidst our 300 days of sunshine each year. We are also conveniently located just two hours north of San Francisco and 45 minutes from the Pacific Coast.
Job Summary:
Serves as a strategic advisor to business leaders, combining deep HR expertise with a strong business acumen, and may be responsible for leading other team members as assigned. This role is pivotal in managing complex employee relations, driving engagement, and supporting talent development and workforce planning. Partners with managers to align HR strategies with overall business objectives.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) : Required
- Five to Seven years of progressive HR experience, ideally within the healthcare sector. Internal candidates with less experience may be considered based on demonstrated performance, potential, and alignment with role expectations, subject to review and approval by the Network HR Director and CHRO. : Required
- Verifiable experience in successful and impactful coaching, advising, and consulting with leaders on organizational issues and employee challenges.: Required
Licenses/Certifications:
- Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification: Preferred
Essential Functions:
- Acts as a strategic partner to managers by providing HR consultation and guidance. Performs champion shaping and nurturing workplace culture and engagement strategies that align to organization mission and values and foster an environment of belonging.
- Provides strategic guidance to all levels of leadership as directed by Sr. HRBP or Network HR Director. Partners with network HR teams to foster collaboration and alignment across the network.
- Leads and manages complex employee relations issues and investigations ensuring fair and consistent outcomes aligned with legal requirements, policies and procedures, and values.
- Develops and implements initiatives to drive employee engagement and talent development. Supports workforce planning and succession planning efforts. Analyzes HR metrics and provides actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
- Ensures compliance with employment laws and mitigate HR-related risks through collaboration with legal and compliance teams.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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