University of Maryland Medical System · 6 days ago
Human Resources Business Partner
Easton, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40.61/hr - $58/hr
3+ years expThe University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system focused on delivering high-quality care. The Human Resources Business Partner will consult with clients to develop and implement HR programs and policies, support business objectives, and enhance workforce engagement.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
As a member of the leadership team for assigned customer groups consults with clients to develop and implement effective human resource programs, policies and initiatives designed to sustain a positive work environment
Participates as an active and involved partner in the development and execution of client-specific and organizational business plans and strategies
Actively supports human resources departmental objectives by collaborating with other staff, particularly specialists in functional areas of the Department
Acts as the primary point of service contact for the leadership group and employees on interpreting human resource policies, procedures, and practices
Consults with, coaches, and trains leaders on how to achieve operational and strategic objectives consistent with human resource objectives for the organization
May perform recruitment or other related duties at the assigned affiliate hospital
Develops and executes HR plans and strategies to accomplish business objectives for assigned areas
Ensures that human resource services delivered are value added, effective and consistent with both departmental and organizational business and strategic objectives
Provides necessary consulting support and takes proactive steps to enhance the growth of a performance-based culture in areas of assigned responsibility
This includes, but is not limited to, providing consultation on performance management issues, fostering a learning environment and influencing leadership on appropriate rewards and recognition functions for their staff
Acts as the first point of contact for leadership group and employees
Consults with clients on a wide spectrum of HR issues related to guidance on performance management, workforce engagement, total compensation, human resources development and employment
Provides consulting advice and direct service where appropriate on total compensation and other HR specialty issues
Provides counsel on employment law related concerns such as ADA, FMLA, FLSA, Title VII, etc
Is proactive in identifying workforce engagement opportunities to improve and enhance the environment for the majority workforce and takes initiative in developing and implementing appropriate action plans
Works with assigned clients on complex employee issues (i.e. advocacy concerns, investigations, progressive discipline, harassment or discrimination allegations and workplace violence situations)
Leads in the design, development and implementation of special projects and human resource initiatives, either as initiated by the HRBP or as assigned by the HRBP’s supervisor
These projects could involve organizational development strategies e.g. organizational restructuring or redesign, strategic planning, change management, leadership development, and conflict resolution
Qualification
Required
Three years of progressively responsible Human Resource experience, preferably in employee and labor relations, with emphasis on experience in healthcare or other human service organizations
B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in Human Resources, Organizational Development or another related discipline is required
Preferred
Masters degree in Business, H.R. or Organizational Design/Development preferred
Successful candidates should also hold professional certification, either as a PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources), or some equivalent certification in a related human resources field preferred
Benefits
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Company
University of Maryland Medical System
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kenneth Kozel
President and CEO
Hank Franey
Executive Vice President and CFO
Recent News
2023-06-30
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