HR Business Partner - Labor Relations

Prime Healthcare • Joliet, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic, resolution-oriented, high-energy Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to partner with executives and senior leaders across our Illinois healthcare facilities. Region. Join a high-impact HR role where your labor relations expertise drives real influence across a multi-site healthcare system. As an HR Business Partner, you’ll partner with leadership, navigate complex union matters, and lead critical investigations that shape the employee experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or closely related field required.
• 5 years’ experience in Human Resources required, with focus on employee relations and/or labor relations experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and collective bargaining processes.
• Proven experience in employee relations, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under conditions of multiple deadlines and changing priorities to produce a large volume of material with attention to detail.
• Computer knowledge that includes Excel, Word, Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• PHR, SPHR or relevant Human Resources certifications or advanced degree, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partners with HR leadership to manage day-to-day HR operations and deliver comprehensive support across the organization
• Provides guidance on employee relations, labor relations, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations
• Serves as a strategic advisor to hospital leadership, aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals
• Investigates employee concerns, grievances, and recommends appropriate resolutions or disciplinary actions
• Collaborates with department leaders to foster a positive, productive, and compliant work environment
• Manages union relationships and ensures adherence to collective bargaining agreements, including managing grievances, arbitration, contract negotiation.

Benefits

• Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.
• Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options.
• A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $72k to $101k on an annualized basis.
• The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
• The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs.
• Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees