HR Business Partner, Performance

HR Business Partner, Performance The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Posted Job Title HR Business Partner, Performance Job Profile Title Associate Director C, Human Resources, School/ Center Job Description Summary DAR HR is seeking a strategic, people-centered HR Business Partner(HRBP) with broad HR generalist experience, dedicated to building an inclusive, high-performing workplace where every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Highly organized and collaborative, this professional thrives in dynamic, matrixed environments and effectively balances strategic insight with hands-on HR expertise. Success in this role is driven by adaptability, strong partnership and influencing skills, and a genuine passion for fostering an engaged workforce. Committed to supporting organizational leaders and collaborating closely with the broader DAR HR team, this HRBP helps advance strategic priorities while driving individual, team, and organizationalsuccess. Job Description Job Responsibilities Performance Management & Employee Relation Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, managing complex employee relations matters with fairness, integrity, and sound judgment. Handle sensitive matters including conflict resolution, performance improvement, and disciplinary actions, ensuring alignment with legal and policy requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to design and implement HR programs that advance organizational goals and enhance employee engagement. Partner with leaders to strengthen performance management practices and promote a culture of continuous feedback and accountability. Onboarding & Offboarding Manage onboarding programs for new DAR staff, ensuring a consistent and engaging experience through the first 90 days. Use data and feedback to assess onboarding effectiveness, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend process enhancements. Collaborate with the HR Generalist and hiring managers to ensure onboarding aligns with organizational culture and performance expectations. Manage and coordinate offboarding processes for all DAR staff, ensuring compliance with best practices and positive employee experience. Analyze offboarding data to identify trends and recommend process improvements based on qualitative and quantitative insights. Workforce Planning Partner with the Director of HR and department leaders to support strategic workforce planning, including team structure, role alignment, and organizational design. Use data-driven insights to anticipate future talent needs and support proactive staffing strategies. Training Support the Director of Learning & Development in designing, developing, and co-facilitating training programs and materials focused on performance management, goal setting, and other HR topics that might come up. Develop and deliver training resources on broader HR topics to support employee and manager effectiveness. Serve as the HR subject matter expert on learning and development initiatives General HR Contribute to ongoing efforts to strengthen HR operations by leveraging data analytics to inform strategic decisions and promote operational excellence. Provide expert guidance on HR policies, compliance, and workplace challenges while fostering a positive, inclusive, and people-centered culture. Champion HR excellence and continuous improvement across all facets of the employee lifecycle. Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of progressive HR experienceor equivalent combination of education and experience is required. HR Generalist Expertise: Demonstrated experience managing employee relations, with the ability to provide strategic support on workforce planning, compensation, and performance review initiatives. Compliance & Policy Knowledge: Deep understanding of employment laws, HR policies, and compliance standards, with the skill to apply them effectively to resolve workplace issues and ensure organizational integrity. Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and provide practical, empathetic HR coaching and support. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Strong judgment and analytical skills, adept at navigating complex employee matters and addressing sensitive issues with discretion and fairness. Collaboration & Teamwork: Experience working within a matrixed environment and willingness to support DAR HR colleagues when additional support is needed. Preferred HR Certification: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification. Technology Skills: Experience using HR systems and technology platforms such as Workday, Qualtrics, and AI-driven tools to enhance HR operations and employee experience. 5 to 7 years of progressive HR experience. Key Attributes for Success Empathetic and emotionally intelligent, with a genuine passion for supporting people through challenges and opportunities. Strong sense of accountability and integrity, ensuring fairness and consistency in all HR practices. Strategic thinker with the ability to see both the big picture and the operational details. Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly. Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania About the Office of Development & Alumni Relations(DAR) The Office of Development & Alumni Relations at the Universityof Pennsylvania plays a critical role in providing the resourcesthat maintain the University's current strength and support itsvision for the future. Excellence in education, research, andservice to the community requires continued investment, and Penn'sDevelopment and Alumni Relations teams work together to secure thefunds needed to advance the University's mission. Fundraising responsibilities at Penn are shared among schools,centers, and centrally-based staff in an overall departmentstructure that emphasizes cooperation, coordination, andcollaboration. We look for applicants who can demonstrate imagination, compassion,and persistence while keeping a clear eye fixed on our fundraisinggoals. DAR fosters lifelong connections with alumni and their families.With a message that a Penn education lasts a lifetime, DARencourages alumni to participate in University activities, both onand off campus. Our integrated approach to institutional advancement recognizesthat a large part of success in fundraising is due to the strengthand commitment of alumni, who number more than 300,000 and form thecore of the University's philanthropic and volunteer network. Though each school and center has unique characteristics, giftofficers at Penn Medicine must be adept at moving from verytechnical conversations about clinical and research priorities withmedical faculty to often very emotional conversations about seriousillness and medical care with prospective donors. To learn more, visit us at: Department / School Development and Alumni Relations Pay Range $77,330.00 - $92,790.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications,experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to therequirements of the position, and in alignment with salary rangesbased on external market data for the job's level. Internalorganization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenshipstatus, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer ismade. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to therequirements of the job. University Benefits Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Pennoffers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health,dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and yourfamily's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spendingaccounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent careexpenses with pre-tax dollars. Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuitionbenefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can gettuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are alsoeligible for tuition assistance at other institutions. Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans tohelp you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, andSupplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on apre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investmentoptions through TIAA and Vanguard. Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with asubstantial amount of time away from work during the course of theyear. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personalaffairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time withfamily-whatever your personal needs… Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with GenworthFinancial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible familymembers) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of thecosts of long-term care services received at home, in the communityor in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, youwon't have to provide proof of good health or be subject tounderwriting requirements. Eligible family members must alwaysprovide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting. Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed tosupporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competingdemands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a widevariety of programs and resources to help you care for your health,your family, and your work-life balance. Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides anarray of resources to help you advance yourself personally andprofessionally. University Resources: As a member of the Penn community,you have access to a wide range of University resources as well ascultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of theUniversity's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit ourarboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on atPenn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latestmusic or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the PennRelays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a memberof the Penn community, you're right in the middle of theexcitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of theseactivities for free. Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find greatdeals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts andcultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admissionand memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoysubstantial savings on other goods and services such as new carsfrom Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movietickets, and admission to theme parks. Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offercreative approaches for completing work while promoting balancebetween work and personal commitments. These approaches involve useof non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or jobstructures. Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivableloan for eligible employees interested in buying a home orcurrently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used forclosing costs or home improvements. Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligibleemployees on qualified expenses in connection with the legaladoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for upto two adoptions in your household. To learn more, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Pennsylvania