HR Generalist II

DisruptAZ; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital as an HR Generalist II, playing a vital role in supporting approximately 565 nursing staff and other caregivers. In this position, you will provide HR expertise to enhance staff engagement, manage performance, and ensure compliance with employment laws within a leading healthcare organization. Experience a rewarding career in a supportive environment focused on excellence and transformation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Five years of HR experience preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as a confidential advisor on performance management and HR policies.
• Conduct investigations and recommend actions for employee relations.
• Drive initiatives on employee engagement and retention.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship skills

Knowledge of employment laws

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or related field

Associate degree with two years of experience

High school diploma with four years of experience

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

HR Generalist II

Location

Canton

Facility

Mercy Hospital

Department

HR Services-Caregiver Office

Job Code

T99150

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Job Details

As a Human Resources (HR) Generalist II, you will primarily support a nursing population of approximately 565 nurses, as well as support staff, in human resources strategies and workforce needs for the hospital. You will provide counsel to management on HR functions, caregiver relations, compensation, performance management, and engagement. You will serve as a front-facing HR partner, handling policy questions, employee relations, and system navigation.

This role offers opportunities for advancement into leadership positions and exposure to high-level initiatives, including reporting for Magnet and employee engagement strategies. You will also lead presentations, drive system improvements, and help shape HR and clinical partnerships.

Work hours: Days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a confidential advisor on performance management, disciplinary actions, and investigations.
• Counsel client groups and facilitate conflict resolutions.
• Interpret and advise on HR policies and programs.
• Conduct investigations and recommend actions.
• Build relationships with HR partners and communicate programs.
• Respond to inquiries from nursing staff.
• Handle employee relations matters.
• Support compliance efforts and system navigation (Workday, Kronos, etc.).
• Analyze HR metrics and provide recommendations.
• Prepare presentations and support manager planning.
• Drive initiatives on employee engagement and retention.
• Partner with legal and support regulatory compliance.
• Identify training needs and support workforce planning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Five years of HR experience, or an associate degree with two years of experience, or a high school diploma with four years of experience.
• Knowledge of employment laws (EEO, FLSA, OSHA, etc.).
• Strong communication and relationship skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position and travel as needed.
• Operate office equipment and communicate effectively.

Our policy is to provide equal opportunity employment. All offers are contingent on drug and nicotine testing. Candidates must comply with vaccination policies and other employment policies.

For more information, visit our benefits page: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Cleveland Clinic is an equal employment employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.