HR Business Partner I

The salary range for this position is $40.46 - $54.62 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

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Description

The HR Business Partner I reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

 

As a key strategic partner, the HR Business Partner I (HRBP I) aligns business objectives with employees and management in designated business units.  The HRBP I serve as a consultant to management on HR related issues which may include performance management, workforce planning, employee relations, talent acquisition, organizational and leadership development, compensation, and benefits.

 

The successful HRBP I will act as an employee champion and change agent.  HRBP, I assess and anticipate HR-related needs.  Communicating needs proactively within the HR department to the HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) and across the operating business units, the HRBP I seek to develop integrated solutions.  The HRBP I formulate partnerships among the COEs across the HR function to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.  The HRBP I maintain an effective level of business literacy about the organization’s strategic plan and its culture.

 

Responsibilities:

• As the key HR resource, provides guidance and support to assigned business/operational units regarding employee relations, workforce planning, compensation, talent and performance management, organizational and leadership development.
• Collaborates with Leaders to determine how HR services can advance organizational and business unit priorities and strategy.
• Help implementing complex, broad people strategies
• Leads and supports employee engagement initiatives.
• Advises Leadership on the development and implementation of workforce best practices and policies to advance the strategy and support the mission, vision, and values of NM.
• Provides coaching on the handling of employee relations matters, including managing performance issues, managing conflict, and addressing employee retention issues.
• Investigates various complaints made to HR, EEOC or other regulatory agencies.  Maintains thorough documentation.

 

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years human resources experience
• Basic project management experience
• Highly developed analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer orientation.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Human Resource applications.
• Detail oriented with natural commitment to follow-through.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Competence using MS Office programs.
• Excellent word processing, database management and PowerPoint.
• Flexible and demonstrates comfort with ambiguity

 

Preferred

• PHR or SPHR certification

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.