Colleague Relations Partner

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB SUMMARY: The Colleague Relations Partner provides consultative services to colleagues and leaders on a wide range of colleague relations matters, including performance management and understanding/application of STHS HR policies & procedures. Assists leaders with various disciplinary matters in accordance with STHS policies. Responsible for colleague retention and recognition events, unemployment claims/appeal hearing representation, and dispute resolution facilitation. Monitors employment laws and recommends changes to those HR policies and practices that affect colleague relations. Conducts and coordinates internal investigations.

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. Degree preferred, preferably in Human Resources Management or related field, or equivalent degree and administrative/HR/business environment experience required.
• Minimum of two years experience in Human Resources, preferably in healthcare.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of human resources principles and practices, with special emphasis on employee relations.
• Must have knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent communication, process facilitation, problem solving, conflict resolution, change management, diplomacy and interpersonal relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultative services to colleagues and leaders on a wide range of colleague relations matters, including performance management and understanding/application of STHS HR policies & procedures.
• Assists leaders with various disciplinary matters in accordance with STHS policies.
• Responsible for colleague retention and recognition events, unemployment claims/appeal hearing representation, and dispute resolution facilitation.
• Monitors employment laws and recommends changes to those HR policies and practices that affect colleague relations.
• Conducts and coordinates internal investigations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level