Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Xavier University of Louisiana

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago

    Highlights

    This position serves as a trusted advisor to college leadership, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and human resources strategy while ensuring alignment with university policies and practices. Located in New Orleans, the University strives to contribute to a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society.

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    LocationNew Orleans, LA

    Description

    Posting Details

    Posting Summary

    Position Title Senior Human Resources Business Partner FLSA Exempt Department XOCOM - Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine Job Summary

    Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine seeks an experienced and strategic Human Resources professional to serve as the primary Human Resources leader for the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine. This position serves as a trusted advisor to college leadership, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and human resources strategy while ensuring alignment with university policies and practices.

    The Senior Human Resources Business Partner serves as the dedicated human resources leader

    for the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine and acts as the primary liaison between the College

    of Medicine and Xavier University's Office of Human Resources. This role operates within

    a matrix reporting structure and partners closely with leadership to support workforce planning,

    employee engagement, organizational growth, and strategic initiatives. AA/EOE

    This position operates within a matrix reporting structure and maintains accountability to:

    • Xavier University of Louisiana Office of Human Resources
    • Co-Associate Deans for Finance and Administration, Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration,

    or a related field.

    • Seven to ten years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience.
    • Demonstrated experience in employee relations, recruitment, performance management,

    employment law, and HR operations.

    • Experience advising managers and senior leaders on workforce and organizational

    matters.

    • Strong communication, consultation, and relationship-building skills.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Higher Education

    Administration, or a related field.

    • SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior-level HR certification.
    • Experience in higher education, healthcare, academic medicine, or a similarly complex

    environment.

    Special Requirements Summary Work Hours

    Full time, exempt

    KSA's

    Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies

    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration,

    or a related field.

    • Seven to ten years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience.
    • Demonstrated experience in employee relations, recruitment, performance management,

    employment law, and HR operations.

    • Experience advising managers and senior leaders on workforce and organizational

    matters.

    • Strong communication, consultation, and relationship-building skills.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

    • Serve as the primary HR representative and strategic advisor for the College of Medicine.
    • Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, employee

    engagement, and succession planning.

    • Advise managers and leaders on employee relations, performance management,

    coaching, and conflict resolution.

    • Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, and talent development initiatives.
    • Coordinate position management activities, including job descriptions, classification

    reviews, and compensation requests.

    • Collaborate with Faculty Affairs regarding faculty appointments, renewals, and

    employment-related matters.

    • Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, University policies, and

    accreditation requirements.

    • Facilitate HR services in partnership with Xavier University's Office of Human Resources

    including compensation, benefits, leave administration, talent acquisition,

    compliance, and professional development.

    • Participate in leadership discussions related to workforce strategy and organizational

    effectiveness

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number S512P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 01/05/2027 Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Date 10/13/2026 Application Review Date Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

    Attach online only your resume, cover letter and contact information for three references.

    Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/4004

    About Xavier

    About Xavier

    Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only Catholic Historically Black University in the United States. Located in New Orleans, the University strives to contribute to a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier prides itself in its diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates a variety of educational practices, including research and service learning.

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    Documents Needed To Apply

    Required Documents

    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Other

    Optional Documents

    • Letter of Recommendation

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