Touro University · 1 day ago
HR Business Partner
Touro University is seeking an HR Business Partner to align client objectives with HR plans and services. This role is crucial for integrating HR services with administrative and academic departments, focusing on strategic HR impact and providing guidance on various HR-related issues.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Primary point of contact for managers and employees
Consults with line management, providing HR guidance by presenting options and influencing decision-making
Establishes and manages strategic projects, often in conjunction with supervisors and HR colleagues across the organization
Support managers in the use of, and participation in, the Employee Development Program for administrative staff
Helps to analyze trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs and policies
Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues, including providing guidance to managers on performance improvement plans
Assists with conducting effective, thorough and objective investigations
Conducts exit interviews, and determines trends
Provides HR policy and collective bargaining unit guidance and interpretation
Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, e. FLSA, ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required
Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
Assists managers in the creation of job descriptions, and provides guidance in hiring, promotion and transfer processes and decisions
Identifies organizational development opportunities, and facilitates identification/creation of employee training programs
Ensures overall high quality service delivery of the business partner model
Lead high visibility HR process/technology improvement projects, as assigned
Other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Director or Director of Human Resources
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Experience in HR systems and technology
2 or more years of Human Resources experience, including working knowledge of HR services (employee relations, performance management, compensation, talent management and recruitment, organizational development, employment law) preferably in higher education
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal)
Overall business acumen, ethical decision making and relationship management skills
Office work with extensive computer usage
Extensive sitting and standing
Ability to lift up to 5 lbs
Preferred
Master's degree or other advanced education with emphasis in Business, Employment, Human Resources and/or Labor Relations
Company
Touro University
Touro University is a Jewish-sponsored independent institution of higher and professional education.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Recent News
2025-09-19
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