Human Resources Generalist

UPMC • Altoona, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist independently provides strategic human resources support to a variety of clinical and non-clinical departments. The role supports staff and managers with employee relations matters, employee investigations, corrective action, retention and engagement initiatives, and HR reporting. The position works onsite at the hospital during daylight hours, Monday through Friday, and is full-time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and two years of human resources operations experience actively handling employee relations; OR a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; OR a master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; OR successful completion of the UPMC Summer Associates Program or Pittsburgh Fellows Program.
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is required with a preference for one year of human resources operations experience actively handling employee relations.
• Critical thinking and the ability to manage a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Human resources education and/or work experience.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or UPMC HCI Strategic HR Business Partner Certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in local and/or organization-wide committees focused on projects that advance the organization and support its strategic goals.
• Communicate expectations effectively with business, operational, and HR partners while promoting a collaborative One Team atmosphere across HR functions.
• Provide HR consulting services by partnering with business, operational, and HR leaders to recommend solutions related to employee relations, policies and procedures, engagement and retention, employee safety, and cultural improvements.
• Use HR metrics to develop and implement initiatives that positively affect the organization and employee experience.
• Drive and champion inclusion efforts and cultural improvement initiatives within the customer base.
• Support staff and managers with employee relations matters, investigations, and corrective action.
• Work on retention and engagement initiatives and prepare HR reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED