Human Resources Specialist 2- HR Business Partner

Rochester Community and Technical College•Rochester, NY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Business Partner enhances organizational and individual excellence by working with leaders within the assigned business units and classified and/or unclassified positions to assist with the proper alignment of people, processes, structure, and culture. This position provides HR leadership in Talent Acquisition, Classification/Compensation/Benefits, Employee and Labor Relations, and three assigned specialty areas in Human Resources. This role is responsible for effectively communicating college strategies and objectives and implementing change initiatives designed to support RCTC. This position exists to research and compile classification information to respond to equity proposals for salary ranges for classes under review in the collective bargaining negotiations. Has access to documents/data containing labor relations information as defined by M.S.13.37. Support to the Human Resources office as an employee and labor relations representative for one or more departments at Rochester Community and Technical College and thus will be confidential as it relates to M.S. 13.17.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Communication or related field AND at least two (2) years of HR experience OR a combination of education and experience.
Customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous, and accurate information, communication, and service to diverse populations.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, rules, and collective bargaining agreements to advise employees and ensure organizational compliance.
Demonstrated organizational skills to prioritize work, initiate actions to meet deadlines, and complete all aspects of assignments under limited supervision.
Demonstrated ability to create, document, train and improve business procedures required for recurring work tasks.
Demonstrated ability to handle extremely sensitive, difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively.
Highly effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to develop productive working relationships with campus colleagues.

Nice To Haves

Prior Human Resources experience in higher education or within a public/government agency.
Experience with labor relations functions with multiple bargaining units.
Commitment to advance the college's mission, vision, values and strategic goals, including the advancement of culturally responsive and service oriented practices.
Strong analytical skills and critical thinking to define and solve complex problems quickly.
Ability to work inclusively with diverse constituencies.

Responsibilities

Enhances organizational and individual excellence by working with leaders within the assigned business units and classified and/or unclassified positions to assist with the proper alignment of people, processes, structure, and culture.
Provides HR leadership in Talent Acquisition, Classification/Compensation/Benefits, Employee and Labor Relations, and three assigned specialty areas in Human Resources.
Effectively communicates college strategies and objectives and implements change initiatives designed to support RCTC.
Researches and compiles classification information to respond to equity proposals for salary ranges for classes under review in the collective bargaining negotiations.
Acts as an employee and labor relations representative for one or more departments at Rochester Community and Technical College.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care