Human Resources Consultant - School of Dentistry

The School of Dentistry (SOD) human resources consultant will be a member of an HR team that provides strategic HR consultation, support, and services to the school's leadership and community. This individual will provide one-on-one consultation and coaching to academic and clinical department chairs, directors, supervisors, and staff to assist them in identifying solutions to problems and resolving them.

The SOD HR consultant will serve as backup to the SOD Director of Human Resources when needed and serve as a strategic partner and general HR support to the department chair and Associate Dean, directors, supervisors, and all employee groups within the departments of Primary Dental Care and Clinical Systems.

This individual must be highly knowledgeable of HR policies and practices, such as employee relations and contract interpretation, to provide prompt and accurate information and will often partner with the University's central Office of Human Resources.

Working Environment: Hybrid with three days in the office.

Pay Rate: $94,000 - $98,000

Job Responsibilities:

Consultation and Relationship Management - 50%

• Serve as an HR mentor with day-to-day oversight of HR Partners.
• Responsible for high-profile and complex employee relations investigations
• Solve problems and make recommendations on complex issues.
• Analyze information promptly.
• Build collaborative relationships.
• Provide oversight and recommendations on policy and procedure.
• Develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Consult on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Serve as HR liaison for search committees.
• Advise on high-risk employment situations.
• Ensure legal compliance.

Employee and Labor Relations - 25%

• Advise and consult on performance and discipline issues.
• Assist with Employee Engagement Planning
• Meet with supervisors, staff, and faculty to investigate and recommend solutions for workplace behavior issues.
• Provide coaching and training related to performance management and discipline within the guidelines of various employee groups.
• Explain, interpret, and advise on employment laws, labor contracts, and University policies and procedures.
• Facilitate problem-solving and dispute resolution between employees and managers.
• Represent management in grievance processes.
• Collaborate with University offices, such as Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, Office of the General Counsel, Office of Human Resources, and Disability Services, to resolve complex issues.
• Conduct investigations, prepare findings, and recommend outcomes related to policy violations, harassment, discrimination, and unprofessional behavior claims.
• Function as a resource to faculty and staff on terms and conditions of employment.

Organizational Analysis and Development - 15%

• Partner with units to develop, plan, and implement organizational structures in response to programmatic needs or funding changes.
• Advise hiring units on hiring, terminations, compensation, and benefits.
• Identify the need for external consultation and recommend appropriate resources.
• Collaborate with the HR team to identify HR-related training needs.
• Design and conduct tailored training programs for the College departments.
• Utilize resources from the University's Office of Human Resources to assist with training.
• Facilitate structured meetings as needed.

Special Projects and Other Duties as Assigned - 10%

Qualifications

Required Qualifications (must document on resume):

• BA/BS degree in human resources or related field plus six (6) years of human resources experience, including problem-solving, performance management, compensation, and investigations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in HR or related field.
• Professional human resources credentials such as SHRM-CP/PHR, SHRM-SCP/SPHR.
• Experience in human resources in higher education and/or the public sector.
• Experience conducting employment and EOAA investigations and responding to complaints and grievances.
• Supervisory experience.
• Project management experience.

About the Department

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education.

We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. We offer advanced degree programs in seven ADA-recognized specialties: endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics and TMD and orofacial pain. We educate scholars in oral biology, dental hygiene and oral health for older adults. Dentists from other countries who wish to practice in the United States matriculate through our Program for Advanced Standing Students. Learners have the option to pursue a Masters in Public Health or a PhD alongside their DDS degree.

We are the only dental hygiene program in the state associated with a dental school. Offering programs at the baccalaureate and master of science level, our integrated program prepares oral health professionals to collaborate from their first day in the profession.

We became the first dental school in the nation to educate dental therapists in 2009. Dental therapists perform basic preventative services, drill and restore teeth for children and adults and remove primary teeth under the supervision of a licensed dentist. As of 2023, we have graduated 91 dental therapists from the program.

Our work affects virtually every person in Minnesota. We educate approximately 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of licensed dental therapists, and 49% of dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test restorative materials used by dentists around the world. We provide critical oral health care with more than 100,000 patient visits in our campus clinics and more than 16,000 patient visits at outreach sites in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,1000 practicing dental professionals each year.

The School of Dentistry is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams, perspectives, and backgrounds create a strong and creative team that best serves the University's many communities, on campus and beyond. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, veterans, and members of historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply.

For more information, please visit our website, dentistry.umn.edu .

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

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Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).