Senior HR Business Partner

University of Oklahoma in; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in balancing daily HR functions with strategic guidance, focusing on employee relations and performance management. You'll have the opportunity to foster a collaborative culture while providing essential support to faculty and staff. With a generous benefits package and a commitment to inclusivity, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a vibrant environment. If you are passionate about HR and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

14 holidays each year

16 – 25 hours of earned PTO per month

Insurance plans for you and your family

Retirement options with no employee contributions

Qualifications

• 36 months of professional HR experience in Employee Relations or a related field.
• Experience in performance management, coaching, and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor in employee relations and performance management.
• Manage job listings and candidate referrals for HR positions.
• Provide support to management and staff on HR issues.

Skills

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Conflict Resolution

Coaching

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Cornerstone

Job description

Senior HR Business Partner (Project Management)

Join the University of Oklahoma as a Senior HR Business Partner!

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for employee relations and strategic guidance? The University of Oklahoma is seeking a dedicated Senior HR Business Partner to support our USPS Training Center. In this role, you will balance daily HR transactional activities with providing strategic coaching and guidance to faculty and staff. If you are committed to fostering a collaborative culture and have a strong background in employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution, we invite you to apply and become a key member of our HR team.

Why OU:

In addition to a job that gives fulfillment and your salary, you will also have access to a generous benefits package that includes:

• 14 holidays each year and 16 – 25 hours of earned PTO per month
• Insurance plans for you and your family
• Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee
• And much more! For a list of OU's benefits, click here .

Typical Functions May Include:

• Serves as a trusted advisor, strategic partner, and subject matter expert at the University in the areas of employee relations, performance management, positive discipline issues, and workplace disputes.
• Manages job listings and candidate referrals for OU/USPS Contract staff positions.Communicates with hiring managers, applicants, and completes hires.
• Actively sources and identifies potential candidates using various recruitment strategies and platforms for vacant OU/USPS Contract positions.
• Provides confidential support to management and staff, working closely with Legal Counsel and key stakeholders in guiding appropriate courses of action and identifying and mitigating potential risk.
• Performs HR outreach visits to departments for on-site problem-solving.Provides internal customer service to HR staff for policy guidance and overlapping situations.

Required Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree, AND:

• 36 months of professional HR experience in Employee Relations or a related field.

Certifications:

• Must already have, or be able to obtain, an active USPS Security Clearance within 90 days of being hired.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to engage in repetitive motions and communicate effectively
• Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods
• Ability to communicate, including expressing oneself or exchanging information with others
• Ability to use computer daily.
• Sit for prolonged periods.

Department Preferences:

• 60+ months of progressive HR work experience
• Previous OU experience, particularly in Human Resources
• Previous experience directly related to positive discipline (i.e. performance management), coaching, and mentoring
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft and/or Cornerstone
• Previous experience working with Talent Recruiting Vendors / Staffing Agencies

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visithttps://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing .

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to,admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.