Human Resources Consultant

Science Museum of Minnesota•St. Paul, MN

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Consultant plays a vital role in supporting Museum leadership and staff by providing strategic consultation across a breadth of HR disciplines. This position executes cross-organizational design, full-cycle recruiting, provides expert guidance on complex labor and employee relations matters, and consults with managers on timely/effective performance development and management. The role emphasizes collaboration with various stakeholders to determine and implement culturally aligned and data-driven solutions to support strategic people priorities, enhance the overall HR function, and contribute to the success of the Museum.

Requirements

Minimum HS degree/GED, BA/BS degree preferred Combination of education and experience to demonstrate facility with essential functions of the position is required. May substitute an equivalent combination of education and experience, as determined by hiring manager.
7 years of human resources experience in at least three of the following areas: Strategic Partnering, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Organizational Design/Effectiveness
Experience consulting and influencing without authority.
Knowledge of federal and state employment law and administrative processes
Experience working in a union environment.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, while at the same time demonstrating initiative and autonomy in driving HR Consultant accountabilities.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage and communicate sensitive information.
Adaptability to change and resilience in ambiguous situations.
Experience working with diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Communication: Expresses oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others and ensures that information is shared with others who should be informed.
Collaboration: Develops, maintains, and strengthens partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.
Customer Service: Demonstrates an understanding of the SMM mission by ensuring that their own interactions with internal and external customers consistently support the mission.
Fostering an Inclusive Community: Contributes to a museum environment, and people, that reflect and respond to the diverse needs and cultures of our community (internal and external).
Results Orientation: Focuses on providing a best in class visitor experience through work outcomes by meeting personal and organizational work objectives.

Nice To Haves

Experience in labor contract administration.
Experience in employment law, including supporting response to claims, charges and/or legal actions.

Responsibilities

Workforce Consultation (45%) Serve as a primary HR Consultant and strategic partner to assigned functional groups, leaders, and employees. Interpret, apply, enforce, and provide consultation on HR policies, processes, and principles, employment laws, union contracts, and work rules to ensure commitment by management. Meet regularly with assigned functional group leaders to proactively identify and address HR issues and organizational needs. Coach managers on people leadership skills to achieve desired results, including recommendations for goal-setting, ongoing performance management, annual performance appraisals, and talent strategy.
Employee & Labor Relations (35%) Investigate, advise on, and respond to employee complaints including those from both formal (grievances, Ethics Point, etc.) and informal channels. Consult on employee and labor relations matters including disciplinary procedures, grievances, and inquiries/requests governed by contract. Advise and coach managers and employees on Leave, ADA and other benefits/accommodation issues.
Talent Acquisition & Development (20%) Implement and execute strategies for full cycle sourcing and recruiting to attract top talent to the Museum in accordance with Museum values and contractual requirements. Collaborate and guide managers on recruitment and retention strategies, including leading and serving on interview/search committees to ensure a diverse talent makeup that supports Museum culture and objectives. Partner with leadership to identify training opportunities and talent management strategies for succession planning, promotional opportunities and workforce needs. Identify, create, and facilitate training and programs to build manager/leader acumen and capabilities, support professional development and employee retention, and foster a diverse and inclusive work environment. Evaluate and monitor success of training programs and recommend changes as needed. Performs project work and other related duties as assigned.