IDP Human Resources Business Partner

: Position Details Position Title IDP Human Resources Business Partner Position Number NEW Position Status Full-Time Regular Work Hours Typically Monday - Friday, between the hours of 7:30am - 5pm. Occasional work in the evening and weekend may be required based on business need. Work is performed onsite and in-person. Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Description University Overview Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world—this is the place where you belong. Position Specific Responsibilities We are in search of an HR Business Partner to collaborate with leaders and provide guidance as it pertains to laws and regulations, policies, and best practices. Ideal candidates will be resilient, have a strong background in employee relations, are able to make independent decisions, and have a willingness to review situations with curiosity before coming to a conclusion. If you are effective at building relationships and enjoy work that is both challenging and rewarding, consider joining our team! Summary of Responsibilities Partners with business unit leaders to develop and deliver strategic human resource solutions to achieve defined business unit goals. Essential Functions

• Builds relationships, credibility, and rapport to influence and advance business vision and initiatives.
• Partners with business unit leaders to identify potential barriers to goal attainment. Supports the implementation of organizational programs, communications, and initiatives.
• Provides guidance and support to leaders and/or employees in the administration of Human Resources policies and procedures and employee relations. May provide assistance in resolution of employee relations and unmet performance expectations.
• Partners with business unit leaders in the process of performance evaluation, employee engagement, workforce planning, action planning, and identification of training and development needs in order to develop a business unit culture that supports achievement of goals.
• Utilizes knowledge of human resources, legal, and regulatory requirements in conjunction with market best practice to ensure business unit compliance and competitiveness, and to mitigate risk.
• Creates solutions that support/enable teams to deliver on business objectives.
• Collects and analyzes HR data and develops recommendations and action plans to address identified issues.

Commitment Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play. Requirements Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or related field by hire date

Preferred Education Minimum Experience

Four (4) years of experience in human resources or related field

Preferred Experience Two (2) years of Employee Relations Experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong, adaptable interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain key relationships and to influence partnership with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to assess and anticipate HR-related needs.
• Ability to work both on a team and independently to deliver results.
• Ability to multi-task and drive multiple projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Licenses, Certificates and Registrations None Sponsorship No, due to export control requirements, the University cannot sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position. User Export Compliance This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”. Additional Information Special Instructions Department Information Department 102834 - Industry & Defense Administration Salary Information Pay Information Commensurate with experience Overtime Eligibility No Eligible for Shift Differential? No Benefits Eligible? Yes Benefit Information Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings
• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous time off accruals
• Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 8 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.
• Additional holidays and/or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.
• Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Shared Leave Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart

You can find more information on benefits in the New/Prospective Employee Benefits Guide .

Requisition Details

Requisition Details Posting Date 01/25/2024 Closing Date Proposed Start Date

Physical Demands

Physical Requirements Physical Requirements Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments. Physical Weight Category Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time. Additional Physical Demands Physical Demands Atypical Physical Job Requirements