UAB001QG
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
Position Overview
Pay range: %2463,875 - %24103,800 / year
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Job Description
The Employee Relations Partner is the first point of contact for managers and employees, and serves as a strategic partner and consultant, providing guidance on employee relations issues, workplace investigations, policy interpretation, and performance management.
Key Responsibilities:
Serves as a resource and liaison for employee relations issues demonstrating a knowledgeable and comprehensive approach.Inspire trust and confidence with employees and leaders with the HR partnership.
Interprets and communicates HR policies, procedures, and employment laws to ensure consistency and compliance; demonstrates understanding of entity specific as well as UAB Medicine policies and procedures.
Partners with department leaders to support performance management, corrective actions, coaching, and progressive discipline; coordinates resolution of conflicts between employee and leader.
Exercises sound judgment to determine when to escalate complex employee relations matters to the appropriate internal or external partners i.e., BTAM, UAB Police, EACC, Risk Management, Compliance, etc.
Drafts, proofs and finalizes documents ensuring accuracy and compliance with policy/legal requirements.
Maintains appropriate employee relations files and records.
Participates in sponsored events and activities to remain knowledgeable of employee relations climate.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and three (3) years of Generalist or Employee Relations experience required. HR experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. The ideal candidate brings a balanced approach to both people and process, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
Preferred: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
UAB Health System690000000 Office of Executive Director Health SystemRegularMid-Level