HR Business Partner

Job Description

For over 160 years the University of Washington has been a hub for learning innovation problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public missionwith the goal of making the UW the worlds greatest public university as measured by positive impactguides everything we do in University Advancement. Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations we advance the UWs impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride advocacy and philanthropic support.

The Advancement Operations team empowers University Advancement to achieve and sustain its mission and vision. This starts with creating a culture of belonging within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals.

The People and Culture team has an exciting opening for a Human Resources Business is a full-time permanent position.

Talent Management within the People and Culture team provides comprehensive expertise in employee relations performance management and HR policy administration. The HR Business Partner performs a wide range of complex and confidential HR responsibilities including regulatory compliance (FLSA FMLA EEO ADA) employee relations counseling performance management coaching for managers and staff and training and development in partnership with the Associate Director of Talent Management.

What You Will Do:

Advising & Employee Relations (60%)

• Independently advise and provide resourceful solutions to a wide variety of employee relations issues within the parameters of all regulations laws policies and procedures. Consult with senior/HR leadership as appropriate.

• Advise managers and employees on performance management corrective action labor agreements and grievance resolution. Lead and support complaint and investigation processes guiding stakeholders through outcomes and next steps.

• Independently resolve inquiries and problems across employment processes leave compensation classification and employee relations in alignment with federal and state regulations and UW/UA policies. Escalate complex issues to Central or HR leadership as needed.

• Manage and advise on compliance with Federal State and UW policies (i.e. FMLA ADA State Ethics ) while developing processes and tracking systems to ensure accurate timely administration of all requirements.

• Partner closely with managers to support new positions reclassifications reorganizations promotions and recruitments serving as a subject matter expert in position management and workforce planning.

• Analyze compensation salary placement and internal equity and provide data informed recommendations to support fair and consistent pay practices.

Policies Procedures and Administration (35%)

• Lead and participate in special projects that support long-term human capital strategies continuous process improvements and the effectiveness of HRBP services. Provide project guidance to team members as needed.

• Develop expertise in leave management and advise employees and managers on rights eligibility and responsibilities across applicable state and federal leave programs. Prepare required documentation including FMLA notifications approvals and related correspondence.

• Interpret and communicate HR policies procedures and regulations; identify gaps and develop guidelines or policies as needed. Prepare HR documents including appointment letters salary increase approvals and position review letters.

• Develop manage and maintain HR metrics and tracking systems to support data-informed decision making.

Other duties as assigned (5%)

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Business or related field AND four years of experience in human resources or related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license/certification/registration.

What You Bring:

• Experience in employment law compensation organizational planning organization development employee relations safety training and preventive labor relations.

• Ability to resolve conflicts and differences through dialog and open communication in a timely manner seeing difference as an opportunity for growth and change.

• Proven commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality.

What You Can Expect:

• Hybrid work schedule with at least two days on the Seattle campus.

• Cubicle/Open workspace environment which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions.

• Ability to work evening and weekend hours and/or to flex in-office days as necessary on short or limited notice.

• Ability and willingness to travel frequently within the local area.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.