Human Resources Business Partner (On-Site - Central Coast)

The Central Coast Service Area covers two hospitals in the beautiful Central California Coast.

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Located in Templeton amongst the oak trees, Adventist Health Twin Cities has been serving northern San Luis Obispo County since 1977. Comprised of a 122-bed acute care facility, our team provides exceptional care in emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and various medical, surgical and outpatient services. Locals enjoy weekly farmers markets in downtown Templeton, farm-to-fork dining, beautiful landscapes for hiking and biking, and beach days just fifteen minutes away at Cambria and Morro Bay.

Job Summary:

Serves as a strategic advisor to business leaders, combining deep HR expertise with a strong business acumen, and may be responsible for leading other team members as assigned. This role is pivotal in managing complex employee relations, driving engagement, and supporting talent development and workforce planning. Partners with managers to align HR strategies with overall business objectives.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) : Required
• Five to Seven years of progressive HR experience, ideally within the healthcare sector. Internal candidates with less experience may be considered based on demonstrated performance, potential, and alignment with role expectations, subject to review and approval by the Network HR Director and CHRO. : Required
• Verifiable experience in successful and impactful coaching, advising, and consulting with leaders on organizational issues and employee challenges.: Required

Licenses/Certifications:

• Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification: Preferred

Essential Functions:

• Acts as a strategic partner to managers by providing HR consultation and guidance. Performs champion shaping and nurturing workplace culture and engagement strategies that align to organization mission and values and foster an environment of belonging.
• Provides strategic guidance to all levels of leadership as directed by Sr. HRBP or Network HR Director. Partners with network HR teams to foster collaboration and alignment across the network.
• Leads and manages complex employee relations issues and investigations ensuring fair and consistent outcomes aligned with legal requirements, policies and procedures, and values.
• Develops and implements initiatives to drive employee engagement and talent development. Supports workforce planning and succession planning efforts. Analyzes HR metrics and provides actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ensures compliance with employment laws and mitigate HR-related risks through collaboration with legal and compliance teams.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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