Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP)

Title: Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP)

Job Classification: R3-D Exempt

Department Name: HR/People and Culture

Supervisor: Associate Dean of People and Culture

Work Arrangement: Hybrid Eligible

California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) seeks a dynamic, strategic, and hands-on Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) to join the People and Culture (P&C) team. As a member of the P&C team and as a partner to academic and business units, the Sr. HRBP will play an important role in driving the evolution of HR services in alignment with CUSM's culture and values. This position will support excellence through strategic project management across HR disciplines including employee relations, performance management, classification and compensation, and HRIS/HCM. The ideal candidate will have the ability to be a trusted advisor, change champion, and solution-oriented innovator, possessing a high level of self-awareness, curiosity, and integrity.

This is a new position at CUSM and is available immediately and will remain open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who submit a resume, cover letter, and a statement of past and/or planned future contributions to advancing diversity and inclusive excellence through the application link by January 31, 2025. The salary range of $85,000 - $115,000/year is dependent on education, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Applicants must be available to work on campus 2 - 3 days per week.

Position Purpose

Under the general direction of the Associate Dean of People and Culture, the Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) will play a pivotal role in supporting and executing HR strategic planning and initiatives. The Sr. HRBP requires a deep understanding of HR disciplines with considerable experience, including employee relations, organizational development, employment and regulatory compliance, training, and performance management. This position will foster partnerships across the campus and within the People and Culture team.

Essential Functions

45% Employee Relations

• Manage, resolve, or recommend complex employee relations matters including employee grievances, investigations, and disciplinary/corrective actions, for both academic and staff employees. Support a positive work environment.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to the day-to-day management of employees to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a consultative subject matter expert (SME) regarding employee relations matters to assist in maintaining business needs with talent management objectives.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures; maintain the Employee Handbook.
• Advise and support management in strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and mentoring/coaching.

45% HR Portfolio and Project Management

• Write job descriptions, update classification rubrics according to market research, conduct compensation analysis, and monitor internal equity. Participate in performance management practices.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes through technology. Lead and demonstrate problem-solving capabilities. Collaborate with the HR/People and Culture Team to automate routine tasks, improve reporting capabilities, and enhance the overall efficiency of HR operations. Manage vendor relationships.
• Reimagine inefficient systems and processes. Anticipate business needs and leverage change management principles to guide stakeholders through change, fostering resilience and adopting new ways of working. Lead businesses through growth, expansion, and workforce development initiatives. Communicate changes effectively to employees and provide support through transitions.
• Foster continuous process improvement. Establish clear program plans, milestones, and KPIs to monitor progress, adapt strategies as needed, and drive initiatives. Conduct analyses, produce and present reports, and facilitate training/workshops.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, and dashboards to aid management in decision-making and to measure the success of human resource strategies.
• Partner with the Associate Dean to determine the scope of projects, timelines, deliverables, and required resources.

5% Leadership

• Serve in a team lead capacity within HR/People and Culture, with temporary workers, or with student interns.
• This position requires a mindful approach to resource management and is responsible for maintaining and providing a positive and professional work environment.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

5% Other Duties as Assigned

Required Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five (5) years of HRBP experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Additionally, a minimum of three (3) years of experience in higher education administrative operations including employee relations, compensation and classification, and/or HRIS/HCM application implementations are required.

Skills and Abilities

• Advanced level technology and software skills, including, ADP Workforce Now, Microsoft Office Suite, MS Outlook/Teams, SharePoint, LMS, Halogen/Culture Amp (or similar program), and Adobe Sign.
• Excellent understanding of HR policies, practices, and employment laws.
• Expert ability to conduct and complete objective investigations, document findings, and make recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written and verbal acuity, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proven experience supporting academics and senior leaders.
• Proven experience leading technology implementations.
• Expert analytical skills, active listening, and critical thinking skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations.
• Expert ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to recognize sensitive information and handle information with care and tact.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to prioritize work assignments, employ political acumen, and integrate information to determine an appropriate course of action.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to guide processes to closure.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and within tight timelines.
• Ability to think at a strategic level and execute at a tactical level.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment routinely and independently in decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, discretion, judgment, diplomacy, and tact.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field, or Juris Doctorate (JD) in labor and employment law.
• HR certification (e.g., HRPM, SHRM, HRCI).
• Executive Coaching Certification.
• Experience in medical education.
• Familiarity with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99). Thislaw applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

Other Requirements

Items Used

Standard office equipment including computer, printer/copy machine, postage machine, and telephone.

Physical Requirements

• Sit: Constantly
• Stand: Frequently
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend: N/A
• Squat: N/A
• Climb: N/A
• Crawl: N/A

Mental Requirements

• Read/Comprehend: Constantly
• Write: Constantly
• Perform Calculations: Frequently
• Communicate Orally: Constantly
• Reason and Analyze: Constantly

Environmental Requirements

• Is exposed to excessive noise: No
• Is around moving machinery: No
• Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity: No
• Drives motorized equipment: No
• Works in confined quarters: No
• Dust: No
• Fumes: No

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Proof of full vaccination and one booster of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) is a condition of employment or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection.)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Description Preparation Date: January 6, 2025

Documents required

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence

Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) supports the principles of equal opportunity, inclusion and diversity in employment and education. The University seeks to ensure that no person will encounter discrimination in employment or education on the basis of age, skin color, ability status, biological sex, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, immigration status, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual identity, or Veteran's status. This policy is applicable to both the employment practices and administration of programs and activities within the University. It is the policy of the University that no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or in any way be subject to discrimination in any program or activity at the University. Further, CUSM is committed to being an antiracist institution that continuously works to end oppression in all forms. Therefore, CUSM actively maintains institutional structures and learning opportunities to prevent bias or discrimination incidents and address them with individual and collective accountability should they occur.