Human Resources Business Partner

Rochester Institute of Technology • Rochester, NY

8d • $85,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is eligible to be hired at the HR Business Partner level II (Associate HR Business Partner) or III (HR Business Partner) based on experience and qualifications. The role involves partnering with business units to advise on Human Resources matters, including employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational development. It also focuses on supporting and driving a positive and inclusive culture, facilitating strategies for employee engagement and retention, and providing guidance on employee relations matters. The position serves as a liaison to Human Resources, offering expert policy guidance and ensuring compliance with regulations and university policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of HR administration including talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, and employee relations principles and best practices
• Skill in analytical and critical thinking to develop solutions to business and people issues and use data analytics to support insights and develop actions
• Skill in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication to influence and articulate a variety of topics to different and diverse audiences
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy, cultural awareness, and confidentiality
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Associate HR Business Partner Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Responsibilities

• Partners with business units, using a deep understanding of their business strategy and strategic goals, to advise on Human Resources matters including employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational development
• Works closely with operations management and employees to support and drive a positive and inclusive culture. Facilitates strategies designed to foster employee engagement and retention
• Provides guidance and counsel on employee relations matters, including conducting investigations in compliance with university policies and applicable laws. Partners with leadership to address and resolve employee concerns and recommends appropriate corrective action when necessary
• Supports performance management efforts by advising on goal setting, coaching, and development strategies. Provides resources and training recommendations to strengthen manager capability and performance outcomes
• Serves as a liaison to Human Resources. Provides expert policy guidance and interpretation. Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations along with university policies, procedures, and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
• The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources.
• RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.
• RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.
• If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

What This Job Offers

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