HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner

Req No: 2022-14070
Category: Human Resources
Type: Full-Time Central Staff
Salary: $5,200.00 - $5362.5 per month
Close Date:

Overview
This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after July 29, 2022.

This position works a hybrid in-office/remote schedule.

Become a part of our diverse team of Human Resources professionals dedicated to hiring the very best individuals who support the research endeavors of San Diego State University.

The HRBP partners across the organization to handle HR questions, build strong relationships, and offer the applicable solutions to management and employees. Provides day-to-day recruitment support, performance management guidance, ensure the company complies with employment and labor laws, interprets HR policies, analyzes classification and compensation requests, and resolves complex employee relations issues. Working with the hiring manager, facilitates the full HR life cycle, which includes attracting and recruiting employees, their development, engagement, retention and release.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to the team, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more, please click here


Responsibilities
The HR Business Partner is responsible for but not limited to:

Recruitment Process Oversight 40%

Works with hiring managers to assess recruitment needs for departments or projects;

Ensures departments and projects are trained on the recruitment process;

Reviews job descriptions for accuracy and ensures ad-copy is developed and position are advertised in the appropriate publications;

Provides assistance to managers with drafting effective interview questions; screens applications for minimum qualifications, oversees the interview process and makes the offer of employment.

Initiates the on-boarding process and creates the new hire paperwork.

Assures compliance of EEO plan and applicable laws, ensuring regulations and standards are met.

Responsible for accurately tracking all recruitment files and paperwork within established timeframes.

May participate in external recruitment activities/job fairs.

Reviews job descriptions for accuracy, minimum qualifications and classification standards.

Employee Relations 20%

With assistance from the Sr. HR Business Partner, provides management with day-to-day support on employee relations issues.

Aligns with applicable laws, company policies and precedence to determine a course of action;

Assist with designing performance improvement plans and may develop disciplinary action solutions;

Identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvements.

May assist with HR investigations. Participates in the termination process ensuring decisions are consistent with company policy to limit potential liability; may conduct research for and participate in reductions in staff (RIF’s); investigates and responds to requests from regulatory agencies in a timely manner.

Reviews the performance reviews for assigned areas ensuring they are completed a timely manner and merit increases are added to employee salaries.

Compensation and Classification - 20%

• Analyzes requests for reclassification of positions. Reviews classification standards and makes appropriate recommendation based on job description, duties and responsibilities and materials provided.
• Prepares compensation analysis for new hires, promotions and/or equity increases and recommends salary adjustments as supported by market-based data or internal equities.
• Advises management on the impact of reorganization, considerations on job families, or individual jobs as it may relate to incumbent or titling changes.
• Reviews and processes merit increases.
• Prepares electronic salary adjustments as required.
• Oversees the annual review process, ensuring performance reviews are completed in a timely manner.

Policy Review & Compliance 5%

Recommend new approaches, processes and procedures to increase continual improvement of the HR Department;

Interprets HR policies and procedures as appropriate.

Verifies managers, departments and projects are in compliance with federal and state laws;

Ensure legal compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action regulations;

Provide clear and effective consultation to management on employment law.

Training & Development 5%

Responsible for conducting New Hire Orientation. May co-facilitate training on the recruitment process, employment law, and Employee Mentor Program.

Visa/Immigration Compliance 5%

Requests appropriate documentation and prepares applications for J-1, H-1B, and TN Visas as needed;

Gathers supporting information from PI regarding position, verifies funding, contacts visitor to obtain appropriate documentation, works with Immigration Attorney or Faculty Advancement to coordinate proper filing, processes STEM or program extensions, as necessary, tracks visitor’s arrival date and assists with onboarding.

Other Duties and Responsibilities as assigned 5%

Participates in functional staff meetings; manages projects and/or participates as a project member on company-wide initiatives;

Actively develops the understanding of the HR profession both within and beyond SDSU Research Foundation and partners with Sr HR Generalist to gain exposure to different areas of the profession.

Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines including employee relations, recruiting, performance management, compensation, benefits and federal and state employment laws
• Knowledge of current and developing trends in Human Resources
• Knowledge of MS Office tools and resources, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Gmail
• Knowledge of HRIS Systems, Applicant Tracking systems and the like
• Knowledge of the Foundation’s organizational structure, culture, values, operations and goals
• Knowledge of the HRBP role within the organization and the ability to create an overall service offering to the business
• Ability to manage the recruitment, onboarding and new hire process
• Ability to display flexibility and handle multiple work priorities and interruptions
• Ability to track and manage the appointment recommendation process.
• Ability to support the change processes and organizational initiatives by coaching to address resistance, motivation, and building of morale and improvement of performance
• Ability to display effective interpersonal and relationship building skills to work effectively with all levels of leadership, employees and peers throughout the company
• Ability to maintain standards of professional ethics, composure and respond proactively to issues
• Ability to handle employee confidentiality and sensitive information
• Ability to effectively communicate which include speaking, writing and listening in a manner that clarifies issues, promotes closure and delivers information in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to make decisions and use the information provided to analyze and to offer insight to line managers to effectively make informed decisions
• Ability to run reports and do analysis
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to apply a variety of complex policies and procedures and identify deviations from applicable policies to carry out responsibilities in accordance with company policy and applicable laws
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement policies and procedures
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines and objectives
• Ability to effectively communicate in a group setting and conduct training or presentations
• Ability to perform business math, analyze data and make sound judgments
• Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures
  Ability to relate well to others within the Human Resources environment
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to be well organized, ability to meet deadlines, detail oriented; possess good judgment and common sense
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 2- years of professional human resources work experience.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:

Hybrid telework arrangement in place.
Incumbent must live within a commutable distance to SDSU.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with SDSU Research Foundation
San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer

The COVID-19 vaccine is required by the CSU for all SDSU Research Foundation employees as a condition of employment. Should you be offered a position, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination status. Individuals who obtain an approved medical or religious exemption on file will be required to complete regular COVID-19 testing.


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