Human Resources Business Partner

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Job description

Human Resources Business Partner

Salary Range: $55,512.20 - $77,812.80

Department: Human Resources

Anticipated Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

Full Time or Part Time: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Classified or Unclassified: Classified

FLSA: Exempt

To be considered, you must submit an application on the Cuyahoga County job board at .

position will close on January 1. 2022

Summary

This is an advanced journey level classification with responsibility for collaborating with Human Resources Managers to plan, engage, and strategize Human Resources outcomes. Assignments are varied in nature. The employee works within a framework of established regulations, policies, procedures and collective bargaining unit agreements (CBA) and is expected to rely on experience to independently exercise judgment in performing work and ensure that assigned activities are planned and completed in a timely and efficient manner. This classification differs from the Human Resources Analyst in that incumbents are expected to use more initiative and exercise independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions

Works collaboratively with Human Resources Managers to plan, engage, and strategize Human Resources outcomes; works along-side Human Resources Managers to plan Human Resources activities for agencies, departments, and individual stakeholders; leads projects, committees, teams, initiatives, and other various aspects of Human Resources service delivery; serves in the capacity of trainee for managerial development; acts in a manager's role for a brief/limited period of time; leads special projects and tasks for purposes of developing leadership skills and competencies, and to ensure successful project outcomes; takes on additional responsibilities for individual and collective contributions of professional growth, and the long-term viability of HR service delivery; serves as project leader on various projects; provides coordination and leadership to HR Analysts; serves on managerial teams and committees to generate ideas and to enhance individual professional growth. Partners with agency(ies) management to recommend and develop programs and procedures that improve the effectiveness and efficiency of agency(ies) operations; analyzes the effects of new laws or administrative regulations on human resource programs; works with the Human Resources Manager and the Human Resources Leadership Team to develop and implement strategies and practices in alignment with assigned agency's(ies) objectives and goals; identifies and resolves human resource issues and concerns; develops and evaluates alternative methods for solving human resources issues; suggests and effectively communicates solutions and process improvements that create operational efficiencies. Provides analysis, advice, and counsel to managers, supervisors, and employees regarding work issues, development plans, operational strategies, human resource policies, and procedures, rights, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement; collaborates with centralized training to design and support agency wide training; serves as a liaison to employees, management, and training. Facilitates a performance management program that supports the agency(ies) and County's mission and vision; develops Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and other coaching tools; assists with employee corrective action process and administration of CBAs under the guidance of the Labor Relations Unit; gathers statements; investigates complaints; conducts pre-disciplinary hearings regarding performance and leave issues. Supports human resource services for assigned County agency(ies) in the area of employment and benefits; ensures compliance with and provides interpretation of EEO guidelines relating to personnel processes; communicates with staff about employment benefit programs; participates in new employee orientation program; coaches and assists in development of new team members. Functions as a proficient user of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS); creates personnel actions in HRIS; provides system guidance and occasionally enters non-routine changes. Performs related administrative duties; represents the assigned agency(ies) for all Human Resources related activities and meetings; initiates FMLA requests; updates organizational charts; researches, analyzes, and presents data; develops standard and ad hoc reports, templates, dashboards, scorecards, and metrics; writes detailed reports; makes oral presentations to management; troubleshoots data and reports; assists in rollout and implementation of HR programs; provides reports requested by department directors or managers.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferably in Human Resources Management, Labor Relations or a related field of study with five (5) years of human resources experience; or any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience. Valid Ohio driver license and proof of automobile insurance.

Application Process

This is a competitive, classified position. The Personnel Review Commission (PRC) will check your application to make sure you meet the minimum qualifications. If you do, the PRC will invite you to take a civil service examination. The exam is specific to this position. Everyone who passes the exam goes on an eligibility list. To fill this opening, the PRC sends the hiring department and Human Resources (HR) a certified eligibility list with the top 25% candidates (or at least the ten highest scoring candidates, whichever is greater). HR helps the hiring department decide who from the certified list to follow up with for interviews and then a job offer.

Most of our communication with candidates is through email. Regularly check the email address you gave us in your job profile. Watch your Spam folder, just in case.

If we offer you a job, you must pass a drug screen and background check before the offer becomes final. Prior criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify you from employment; the County looks at criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis using the guidelines in Chapter 306 of the County Code .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Cuyahoga County is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the County realize its full potential. The County benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together.

The County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation.

If you need assistance applying or participating in any part of the candidate experience, contact Human Resources at and ask to speak with a talent acquisition team member.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,662.00 - $159,315.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location