Flagship Kansas
HR Partner - Information Technology & Finance Units
Flagship Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, us, 66045
at University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, United States
Job Description 31738BR
Job Title:
HR Partner – Information Technology & Finance Units
Department:
Human Resource
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
50% – Principal Liaison with Unit-Based Leaders, Employees, and Central HR
Serves as the HR primary point of contact for all leaders and employees within the designated unit(s) and coordinates with the appropriate centralized HR Team. Ensures visibility and accessibility to the unit(s) assigned.
Provides advice and counsel on a wide range of HR matters, issues, policies, and programs to leadership, supervisors and employees.
Serves as a resource and key contact for ensuring HR compliance within the unit, providing information and updates regarding key HR activities, programs, policy changes, deadlines, new initiatives, disseminating HR‑related updates & information.
Engages and participates with HR to be fully informed of new processes, procedures, initiatives or activities and enhance communication efforts across the served unit(s). May participate in the design, development, implementation or testing of new technology for enhancing process activities or reporting.
Coordinates with HR on key employee initiatives that improve time and leave reporting outcomes, university required training activities, benefit enrollment (as applicable), etc.
40% – Employment Lifecycle Support Employees, Supervisors, and Leadership
Based on the needs of the unit and its employees, the HR Partner may participate in any of the following activities to ensure that the university provides the best possible people support at the individual and leadership level.
Recruiting, Hiring and Onboarding
Provides advice and guidance as needed on job description development, compensation ranges, search activities and best practices.
Works with leadership on developing a strategic hiring plan to meet unit and university goals, following university processes and deadlines for requests.
Engages with new hires and assigned supervisors to develop, coordinate and oversee unit specific onboarding and orientation activities. Answers benefit and perk information as appropriate.
Engages and informs employees of programs and activities focused on wellness, appreciation, recognition, engagement and community building.
Serves as an ongoing resource for employees during their transition into the organization and throughout the employee’s lifecycle. Works with HR and employees to ensure communication and completion of annual activities (i.e., open enrollment, time and leave reporting, training, evaluation activities, etc.).
Employee Relations & Workforce Development
Serves as a resource to employees experiencing workplace concerns and issues within the unit(s). Provides guidance to unit(s) supervisors to address employee relations matters at levels consistent with established protocol.
Offers guidance to supervisors for appropriately utilizing performance management tools including performance coaching, setting goals, and the annual performance review process.
Supports leaders on navigation of employee relations activities, including conducting fact‑finding conversations and reviewing disciplinary documentation.
Provides guidance on collective bargaining agreement obligations including those related to employee discipline and working conditions coordinating through central HR resources.
Provides coaching to unit(s) supervisors on addressing employee relations matters at levels consistent with established protocol.
Supporting leaders and employees in the offboarding process.
Coordinates with HR regarding employee leave programs.
Identifies unit(s) workforce planning, organizational design, and training needs in coordination with HR and unit(s) leadership. Uses workforce planning data and analytics to inform the unit(s) specific strategic plans.
Engages in unit(s) succession planning in collaboration with the unit(s) leader(s) as needed.
Culture, Engagement, and Retention
Assesses levels of employee engagement and designs unit(s)-specific programs and efforts to support high levels of employee engagement and retention.
Communicates and promotes engagement and recognition programs and activities, including engagement surveys and results, and identifies and implements best practices.
Monitors engagement and morale and helps inform broader unit(s) strategies and programs.
Reinforces and supports programs and communications from HR.
Participates in HR workgroups and teams to actionize suggested efficiencies and improvement.
Participates in the off‑boarding and exit interview processes and ensures compliance with HR policies.
HR Compliance
Ensures unit(s) comply with University HR policies and practices.
Works to support HR with timely compliance of time and leave activities.
Supports unit(s) compliance with federal, state, Kansas Board of Regents and local employment laws and regulations.
Provides guidance on data collection required for HR transactions. Assists with transactional HR actions, as applicable, through the employee lifecycle as appropriate.
Works to support HR communication efforts with supported unit(s). Aids with deadlines, has an understanding of the application of new policies, procedures and processes.
Works with unit(s) to comply with University reporting activities and tracking of activities and tasks, including mandatory employee trainings.
10% – Other
Other duties as they pertain to HR and the unit(s).
Engages in on‑going professional development and continuing education opportunities.
31738BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
FLSA Status:
Administrative
Contact Information to Applicants:
Associate Vice Chancellor for HR Partners
785-864-0461
Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field OR HS Diploma/ GED and 4 years of experience in HR specialties (as identified in next bullet)
+ 3 years of progressive increasing in responsibility experience in two or more HR specialties such as recruiting and hiring, compensation, employee relations, performance management, organizational design, training, providing HR advice or counsel to leaders and employees, etc.
+ Experience with various HR systems and platforms (e.g., Applicant Tracking Systems, HRIS )
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
+ Experience working collaborative within a team and independently.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
Starts at 80,000
FTE :
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
+ 5 or more years of experience providing strategic and consultative HR services across the employee lifecycle, labor relations, employee discipline, supervisor guidance, conducting employee investigations, training, benefits or other HR specialties.
+ Prior experience as a Human Resource Business Partner
+ Advanced degree in HR Management or similar disciplines
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Job Description 31738BR
Job Title:
HR Partner – Information Technology & Finance Units
Department:
Human Resource
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
50% – Principal Liaison with Unit-Based Leaders, Employees, and Central HR
Serves as the HR primary point of contact for all leaders and employees within the designated unit(s) and coordinates with the appropriate centralized HR Team. Ensures visibility and accessibility to the unit(s) assigned.
Provides advice and counsel on a wide range of HR matters, issues, policies, and programs to leadership, supervisors and employees.
Serves as a resource and key contact for ensuring HR compliance within the unit, providing information and updates regarding key HR activities, programs, policy changes, deadlines, new initiatives, disseminating HR‑related updates & information.
Engages and participates with HR to be fully informed of new processes, procedures, initiatives or activities and enhance communication efforts across the served unit(s). May participate in the design, development, implementation or testing of new technology for enhancing process activities or reporting.
Coordinates with HR on key employee initiatives that improve time and leave reporting outcomes, university required training activities, benefit enrollment (as applicable), etc.
40% – Employment Lifecycle Support Employees, Supervisors, and Leadership
Based on the needs of the unit and its employees, the HR Partner may participate in any of the following activities to ensure that the university provides the best possible people support at the individual and leadership level.
Recruiting, Hiring and Onboarding
Provides advice and guidance as needed on job description development, compensation ranges, search activities and best practices.
Works with leadership on developing a strategic hiring plan to meet unit and university goals, following university processes and deadlines for requests.
Engages with new hires and assigned supervisors to develop, coordinate and oversee unit specific onboarding and orientation activities. Answers benefit and perk information as appropriate.
Engages and informs employees of programs and activities focused on wellness, appreciation, recognition, engagement and community building.
Serves as an ongoing resource for employees during their transition into the organization and throughout the employee’s lifecycle. Works with HR and employees to ensure communication and completion of annual activities (i.e., open enrollment, time and leave reporting, training, evaluation activities, etc.).
Employee Relations & Workforce Development
Serves as a resource to employees experiencing workplace concerns and issues within the unit(s). Provides guidance to unit(s) supervisors to address employee relations matters at levels consistent with established protocol.
Offers guidance to supervisors for appropriately utilizing performance management tools including performance coaching, setting goals, and the annual performance review process.
Supports leaders on navigation of employee relations activities, including conducting fact‑finding conversations and reviewing disciplinary documentation.
Provides guidance on collective bargaining agreement obligations including those related to employee discipline and working conditions coordinating through central HR resources.
Provides coaching to unit(s) supervisors on addressing employee relations matters at levels consistent with established protocol.
Supporting leaders and employees in the offboarding process.
Coordinates with HR regarding employee leave programs.
Identifies unit(s) workforce planning, organizational design, and training needs in coordination with HR and unit(s) leadership. Uses workforce planning data and analytics to inform the unit(s) specific strategic plans.
Engages in unit(s) succession planning in collaboration with the unit(s) leader(s) as needed.
Culture, Engagement, and Retention
Assesses levels of employee engagement and designs unit(s)-specific programs and efforts to support high levels of employee engagement and retention.
Communicates and promotes engagement and recognition programs and activities, including engagement surveys and results, and identifies and implements best practices.
Monitors engagement and morale and helps inform broader unit(s) strategies and programs.
Reinforces and supports programs and communications from HR.
Participates in HR workgroups and teams to actionize suggested efficiencies and improvement.
Participates in the off‑boarding and exit interview processes and ensures compliance with HR policies.
HR Compliance
Ensures unit(s) comply with University HR policies and practices.
Works to support HR with timely compliance of time and leave activities.
Supports unit(s) compliance with federal, state, Kansas Board of Regents and local employment laws and regulations.
Provides guidance on data collection required for HR transactions. Assists with transactional HR actions, as applicable, through the employee lifecycle as appropriate.
Works to support HR communication efforts with supported unit(s). Aids with deadlines, has an understanding of the application of new policies, procedures and processes.
Works with unit(s) to comply with University reporting activities and tracking of activities and tasks, including mandatory employee trainings.
10% – Other
Other duties as they pertain to HR and the unit(s).
Engages in on‑going professional development and continuing education opportunities.
31738BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
FLSA Status:
Administrative
Contact Information to Applicants:
Associate Vice Chancellor for HR Partners
785-864-0461
Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field OR HS Diploma/ GED and 4 years of experience in HR specialties (as identified in next bullet)
+ 3 years of progressive increasing in responsibility experience in two or more HR specialties such as recruiting and hiring, compensation, employee relations, performance management, organizational design, training, providing HR advice or counsel to leaders and employees, etc.
+ Experience with various HR systems and platforms (e.g., Applicant Tracking Systems, HRIS )
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
+ Experience working collaborative within a team and independently.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
Starts at 80,000
FTE :
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
+ 5 or more years of experience providing strategic and consultative HR services across the employee lifecycle, labor relations, employee discipline, supervisor guidance, conducting employee investigations, training, benefits or other HR specialties.
+ Prior experience as a Human Resource Business Partner
+ Advanced degree in HR Management or similar disciplines
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