HR Business Partner III

Sutter Bay Medical Foundation • Palo Alto, CA

265d • $56 - $84

About The Position

Supports the operating team in the achievement of its people related objectives for employee satisfaction, patient or customer satisfaction, labor costs targets, talent development and the development and maintenance of a high performing workforce. Actively participates in development of employee relations programs. Provides assistance in the form of advice and counsel to management regarding: effectiveness of staff, application of human resource practices, policies and procedures, application, and administration of collective bargaining agreements, compliance with employment regulations and laws and resolution of complaints and grievances. Communicates with managers of bargaining unit employees regarding contract interpretation, policy interpretation and compliance. Works on resolution of compliance complaints and closure of compliance corrective action plans. Partners during succession planning, including coaching of management clientele on individual development plans and on-boarding support for new managers (30-60-90 day rounding). Supports management when conducting layoffs, start-ups, grievance meetings, investigations, complaint resolutions, staff counseling and related progressive discipline activities, talent reviews and local training. Identifies, investigates and resolves grievances, and coordinates with the Center of Expertise (CoE) for resolution of mediated or arbitrated grievances, work environment scans and harassment investigations. Involved in terminations, unemployment hearings, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charges, and reduction in force planning. Supports management with key initiatives as directed by HR and operational leadership. Facilitates manager and staff access to HR services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Human Resources policies, practices, laws, and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to influence leadership.
• Integrity and ethics in handling confidential information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to rapid changes.
• Proficient in computer software for analysis and presentation.
• Dependable transportation and appropriate driving record for off-site assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support the operating team in achieving employee satisfaction and labor cost targets.
• Participate in the development of employee relations programs.
• Advise management on human resource practices and compliance with employment regulations.
• Communicate with managers regarding contract and policy interpretation.
• Resolve compliance complaints and manage corrective action plans.
• Assist in succession planning and coaching management on development plans.
• Support management during layoffs, grievance meetings, and investigations.
• Identify and resolve grievances, coordinating with the Center of Expertise.
• Involved in terminations and unemployment hearings.
• Facilitate access to HR services for managers and staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
• 401k and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Employee wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree