Manager, HR Business Partner

Metronorth Railroad; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HR Manager to lead their HR Business Partner team. This role involves overseeing day-to-day HR activities, fostering strategic relationships, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human resources, excellent communication skills, and the ability to analyze data to support business objectives. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and offers rewarding opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience with at least 2-3 years in a managerial role.
• Practical knowledge in recruitment, compensation, and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR activities and support agency departments.
• Manage HR Business Partner staff and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Effective Communication

Data Analysis

Conflict Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Advanced Degree in Human Resources

Tools

MS Office Suite

Peoplesoft

Visio

Job description

This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

Position Objective :

This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day Human Resources activities related to supporting assigned agency departments. The Manager HR Business Partner will lead a team that will assist with responding to inquiries and help to determine the best business solutions, through the development of strategic relationships, that provide effective, efficient, and customer service-oriented support.

Responsibilities :

• Responsible for the day-to-day activities in the HR Business Partner unit.
• Conduct meetings with respective business units to assess and advise on their HR related needs.
• Assist the Director, HRBP, with managing and implementing programs facilitated by other People Towers, such as Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning, Policies, Organization Design, Succession Planning, etc.
• Collaborate with People Towers to respond and meet the business needs of clients. Following up on pending items and requests, assisting with moving our talent programs forward, and assisting with recruitment strategies and succession planning.
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to the day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed. Also, maintain working knowledge of civil service rules and regulations related to NYCT personnel actions falling under the jurisdiction of the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS).
• Scan and benchmark the marketplace to identify and leverage best practices and trends to influence the business and HR agenda.
• Leverage data to measure success : learn, iterate, and improve; analyze trends and develop proactive actions to further support business objectives. Provide assistance with research and statistical information for business units, ad hoc research, and reports as requested.
• Manage, select, coach, develop, and motivate HR Business Partner staff. Manage and prioritize workload for staff. Provide career development for subordinates. Offer prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Review the performance of staff.
• Create and maintain a professional work environment that respects individual differences, enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential, and fosters a positive employee relations climate that ensures MTA principles, policies, and programs are consistently practiced.
• Fill in for the Director, HRBP in their absence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of recent, related, progressively responsible human resources experience, at least 2-3 years of managerial / supervisory or administrative experience.
• Must have practical working knowledge of at least two of the following human resource disciplines : recruitment and staffing, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, HRIS, or organization development.
• Experience developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws and regulations affecting related HR activities.
• Effective communication (oral and written), human relations, presentation, conflict / management, coordination, and negotiating skills.
• Ability to present resolutions to a variety of Human Relations issues. Must be able to handle multiple, diverse activities simultaneously.
• Ability to build effective partnership relationships with department heads and managers, establish strategic direction / change, and effectively influence and mediate issues. Must be able to take initiative and be proactive with the ability to identify and anticipate department needs and recommend solutions.
• Strong working knowledge of PC applications and HR systems (i.e., MS Office Suite, Visio, and Peoplesoft or similar software applications) with the ability to generate spreadsheets and analyze data.
• Must have the ability to handle confidential matters and information.
• Must have the ability to interact with managers and employees at all levels in the organization.

Preferred :

• Advanced Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential, or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment is preferred

Other Information

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.

According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers, or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

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