GIRMC Human Resources Business Partner

General Summary

Provides support, service and solutions to the organization on broad range of human resource services and facilitates human resource activities within the Bryan Health System. Provides focused direction and leadership over employee relations to include; advising and counseling leaders and employees on the Bryan Health coaching and corrective action program, employee recognition, training and consulting on retention strategies to improve the overall employee experience

Principal Job Functions

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. *Provides assistance to leadership on the Bryan Health coaching and corrective action program, to include disciplinary issues, terminations, employee concerns, performance improvement opportunities and related support. Designs and executes the employee recognition and retention programs. *Trains and coaches leadership on effective handling of employee issues to improve employee relations and overall performance. *Ensures that policies and procedures related to employee relations are administered effectively and consistently. *Ensures that all HR actions related to employee relations are consistent with all state and federal legal requirements. *Works to improve Human Resource’s communication effectiveness with all departments and employees. *Stays up-to-date on Employee Health Service functions including workers’ compensation, FMLA use and short-term disability (STD). Keeps senior leadership apprised of employee relations and retention issues. Assists with effective transition of new employee groups/departments into the organization. Stays up-to-date on changes in the HR profession and communicates those changes to internal customers. Serves as a key ambassador for Human Resources within the organization, establishing strong relationships with leaders and employees. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*”. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of human resource management laws, processes and principles. Knowledge of EEO, FMLA, STD, worker’s compensation and unemployment regulations and practices. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions. Skill in conflict diffusion and resolution. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information. Ability to prioritize work demands, take initiative and work with minimal supervision. Ability to engage in problem-solving and problem-resolution activities despite emotional and confrontational situations. Ability to evaluate employee situations, interpret regulations and policies and make decisions in accordance with established precedent or facility guidelines. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work with and provide exceptional service to a wide-range of customers having socio-economic, educational, cultural and racial differences and practices. Ability to effectively build relationships with members of the Bryan Health management team. Ability to work effectively on multi-disciplinary teams. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and a minimum of five (5) years experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in employee relations required. Previous supervisory experience preferred.

OR

Eight (8) years of related experience in HR leadership or business partner role may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree. Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Other Credentials / Certifications

None

Physical Requirements

(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)

(DOT) – Characterized as sedentary work requiring exertion up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.