Senior Human Resources Organization Partner

SEIU (Service Employees International Union)

JOB TITLE: Senior Human Resources Organization Partner

GRADE: MGT E

ANNUAL SALARY: $118125

LOCATION: Washington DC

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:We are the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) a union of about 2 million diverse members in healthcare the public sector and property services. We believe in and fight for our Vision for a Just Society: where all workers are valued and all people respectedno matter where we come from or what color we are; where all families and communities can thrive; and where we leave a better and more equitable world for generations to come. We are an anti-racist union determined to check corporate power and uproot structural racism through unionsworker power and collective actionand governmentlegislative and political action. We fight for Unions for All and a Government that Works for All so that all of us across race and place can have power together in unions and participate fully in our democracy.

PURPOSE: The Senior Human Resources Organization Partner is responsible for the functional areas relating to the administration and coordination of the Human Resources Department. The incumbent is expected to be a strategic partner who is proactive in developing and implementing solutions that both meet our workforce challenges and also closely support SEIUs vision for a just society.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.

Strategic Partnership & Organizational Alignment

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders providing strategic guidance on peopleârelated issues organizational design and workforce planning.
• Partner with leadership to understand organizational priorities and translate them into actionable HR strategies.
• Support the development and execution of organizational goals by aligning HR initiatives with operational needs.
• Use data trends and insights to inform decisionâmaking and recommend proactive solutions.

Employee Relations & Workforce Support

• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations conflict resolution performance concerns and policy interpretation.
• Support fair consistent and equitable application of HR policies and practices.
• Conduct or support investigations documentation and followâup related to employee concerns.
• Promote a positive inclusive and psychologically safe work environment.

Performance Management & Talent Development

• Guide leaders through the performance management cycle including goal setting feedback evaluations and development planning.
• Identify skill gaps and partner with Learning & Development to create targeted training and development opportunities.
• Support succession planning leadership development and careerâpathing initiatives.
• Coach managers on building highâperforming teams and strengthening leadership capabilities.

Organizational Development & Change Management

• Support organizational assessments culture initiatives and changeâmanagement efforts.
• Facilitate teamâbuilding sessions retreats and organizational learning experiences.
• Assist in designing and implementing organizational structures that enhance efficiency and collaboration.
• Partner with leaders to navigate transitions restructures and process changes.

HR Program Implementation & Collaboration

• Work closely with HR centers of excellence (Talent Acquisition Compensations & Benefits Learning & Development HR Operations) to ensure seamless delivery of HR programs.
• Provide feedback on program effectiveness and advocate for improvements based on organizational needs.
• Support onboarding engagement initiatives and retention strategies.
• Ensure HR systems processes and policies are understood and effectively utilized by managers and employees.

Data Reporting & Compliance

• Use HR metrics and analytics to identify trends diagnose issues and recommend solutions.
• Monitor workforce data such as turnover engagement performance and staffing levels.
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support audit or reporting requirements.

Culture Equity & Inclusion

• Champion organizational values and contribute to a culture of equity inclusion and belonging.
• Support initiatives that advance antiâracist practices inclusive leadership and equitable workforce systems.
• Partner with leaders to embed inclusive behaviors into daily operations and decisionâmaking.

DIRECTION & DECISION MAKING: his position reports to the Director of People Talent and Human Resources and is responsible for exercising sound judgment and discretion in managing complex issues and departmental priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of progressive HR experience preferably in an HRBP or consultative HR role.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices employment law and organizational development principles.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and influence leaders at all levels.
• Experience managing complex employeeârelations matters.
• Excellent communication facilitation and coaching skills.
• Ability to analyze data identify trends and develop actionable insights.

Nice-to-have

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Organizational Development Business Administration or related field.
• Professional certifications (SHRMâCP SHRMâSCP PHR SPHR).
• Experience in change management leadership development or organizational effectiveness.
• Background working in missionâdriven unionized or multiâsite environments.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Relationship building and influence
• Coaching and facilitation
• Organizational development
• Change management
• Conflict resolution and employee relations
• Dataâdriven decisionâmaking
• Equityâcentered and inclusive practice
• Communication and interpersonal effectiveness

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This role is performed in a hybrid or onsite work environment depending on organizational needs. The position requires the ability to travel occasionally for union priorities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: SEIU offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our values as a labor organization and our commitment to the well-being and long-term security of our staff. Benefits include:

• A comprehensive employer-sponsored health benefits package including medical dental and vision coverage
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Paid time off including vacation sick leave and holidays
• Additional benefits consistent with a mission-driven workplace

SEIU believes that workers deserve dignity stability and the ability to plan for their futures and our benefits are designed to support that belief.

Required Experience:

Senior IC