Human Resources - Employee Relations

81700BR

Human Resources Generalist 2

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Full time

Regular

Administration & Operations

Manager; Program Leader (24)

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Human Resources

37.5

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Central Campus

100 Church Street South
New Haven, CT 06519

Hybrid

The Human Resources Generalist will be a central resource for the Yale School of Medicine Employee Relations team by aligning HR objectives and initiatives to the business needs across the organization. The incumbent will provide strategic and tactical HR support to the client, lead and help facilitate change initiatives through HR consultative skills, partner with other managers to understand key business challenges and organizational needs. The HR Generalist will deliver superior customer service to achieve client satisfaction in meeting their HR needs. Work in conjunction with other HR Business Partner’s and specialized units in Human Resources. Ensures that all activities are conducted in accordance with government legislation and regulations, contractual obligations and University policy. This role will report directly to the Assistant Director of Employee Relations, Yale School of Medicine.

1. Cultivates and fosters a collaborative partnership with client groups in addressing human resource matters. 2. Counsels managers and individual contributors on human resource policies and procedures and contractual obligations. Consults with Assistant Director, HR Business Partner and HR specialists as needed. Educates and advises managers on the performance management process, including goal setting, feedback, mid-year, year-end performance and annual merit process. Reviews recommendations for performance ratings and salary increases and monitor for data integrity and compliance. Provides guidance to managers on compensation and performance issues. 3. Provides expertise in conducting routine internal investigations and bring employment relation issues to resolution. Educates, advises, and coaches managers/unit leaders to resolve issues and grievances. 4. Resolves moderately complex issues related to the interpretation and application of HR programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. 5. Demonstrates an understanding of client’s operational needs, HR challenges and opportunities. 6. Establishes relationships with employees and union representatives in the client base. Understands the unit's labor relations environment. Participates in the enhancement of labor strategy and relationships within the unit. 7. Participates in departmental planning meetings, provides unit specific tactical support as required or needed. 8. Provide consultation and support with developing and updating new and existing department position descriptions. Works with Talent Acquisition and Compensation colleagues to support recruitment and compensation requirements. May interview selected candidates at the request of the client. Works with department managers to achieve appropriate staffing levels. 9. Supports managers to interpret employment law, university policy and contract provisions. 10. Aids in conducting due diligence with regard to departmental restructuring. Assists in the communication plan rollout that supports organizational changes. 11.Works with clients and Compensation to support compensation proposals such as reclassifications, salary adjustments, supplemental compensation, etc. Guides managers and employees through the job evaluation/audit process. 12. Partners with managers to implement HR programs such as Individual Development Planning, Talent Management and Performance Management. Works under the guidance of the HRBP or HR Assistant Director on major HR initiatives. 13. Partners with the HR Centers of Excellence other HR functions, as needed to support individual employees and departments. This includes areas such as leave of organizational effectiveness, absences, benefits, Equal Opportunity Programs & the Office of Diversity. 14. Mentors other staff members; contributes to HR projects and programs. Collaboratively develops and executes other projects and initiatives as needed to support overall business strategies. 15. Reviews, tracks and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure and aptitude exams and certifications. 16. Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resources programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition and morale, training and development.

Bachelor's Degree in any field and at least 4 years of professional human resources experience or an equivalent education or experience in a closely related field.

Excellent critical and strategic thinking abilities. Ability to direct and influence change. Ability to collaborate with leaders to drive change in the culture and management practices.

Knowledge of staffing, compensation, employment law, labor relations, training and development, benefits and HRIS applications.

Superior customer service orientation and ability to respond in a constructive and timely manner.

Demonstrated success in detailed work requiring accuracy, high level of productivity, organization and a sense of urgency. Well-developed organizational and interpersonal business skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to initiate actions and solve problems using sound judgment.

Experience in handling complex ER investigations, including HIPAA. Ability to multi-task multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to travel between multiple locations.

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