Human Resources Business Partner, Gainesville

UF Health•Gainesville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

UF Health is seeking a strategic and collaborative Human Resources Business Partner to join its Gainesville team. The role partners with market leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals, workforce engagement, compliance, and operational excellence. The HR Business Partner works with HR Centers of Excellence—including Talent, HR Operations, Total Rewards, and Employee & Labor Relations—to provide integrated HR solutions for clinical and non-clinical teams across multiple facilities. This hands-on, strategic role supports leaders with workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and performance initiatives. The position is on-site in Gainesville, Florida, and reports to the VP of Human Resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, or four years of relevant leadership experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
Minimum seven years of progressive HR experience.
At least three years in a strategic HR business partner role within healthcare or a complex, multi-site organization.
Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior leaders.
Expertise in employee relations, workforce planning, and organizational development.
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strategic thinking.
Relationship building.
Change leadership.
Data-driven decision making.
Cultural competence.

Nice To Haves

PHR or SPHR certification.
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with market executives and operational leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that drive business objectives.
Advise leaders on organizational design, culture, and change management initiatives.
Support recruitment strategies for critical roles and succession planning for leadership positions.
Analyze workforce trends and recommend actions to optimize staffing and retention.
Work with Employee and Labor Relations to advise on complex employee relations issues and ensure fair, consistent application of policies.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and healthcare regulations.
Partner with Talent Management and leaders to implement performance management processes and leadership development programs.
Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and promote a positive work environment.
Partner with HR Centers of Excellence, including Talent, Total Rewards, HR Operations, and Employee & Labor Relations, to deliver integrated HR solutions.
Liaise between market leadership and HR Centers of Excellence to align programs and services with market needs.
Provide feedback to HR Centers of Excellence on program effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements.
Monitor and incorporate HR metrics, including turnover, engagement, and staffing levels, and provide actionable insights to leadership.