Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

Bellevue College Human Resources is seeking a talented, experienced, and motivated individual to join our HR Business Partner team. Depending on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience, the selected applicant will be offered a position at either the Associate HR Business Partner or HR Business Partner level.

The Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) provides professional HR guidance and consultation in any, some, or all of the following: recruitment, classification, compensation, employee/labor relations, performance management, program and policy development, organizational analysis, training and development, interpretation and application of laws, rules, policies, or other functions relating to human resources management.

The position serves as a skilled, human resource consultant performing professional human resource duties. Responsible for resolving complex human resource issues. Plans and carries out work with general supervision at the Associate level to general direction at the HRBP and Senior HRBP levels, utilizing knowledge of laws, policies and regulations. Responsible for prioritizing and managing issues within designated area of responsibility. Maintain and ensure a confidential environment at all times.

There are three progressive steps in the HR Business Partner series which is designed to establish a career path that recognizes growth, learning, and the development of professional expertise and independence in the field of human resources management and consultation. Growth in the position occurs over time through experience, mentorship, professional development activities, and the potential for professional certification support.

Position Salary Range: $70,037/year - $110,364/year. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hires start no higher than $87,216 per year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits are offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act; salaries below is eligible for overtime pay.

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

The Office of Human Resources is a dynamic and dedicated office that integrates strategic human resources management, pay and position administration, and process improvement to build and support a fully engaged, diverse workforce environment to meet the goals and mission of Bellevue College. Our staff strives to make Bellevue College the Employer of Choice by creating and fostering an environment which allows the College to attract, hire, and retain the best people.

Employee Relations

In collaboration with VP-HR, provide information, interpretation, advice, training, and counsel to management and employees regarding workplace concerns and disagreements, performance management, workplace climate, techniques for motivating employees, supervising and working in a union environment, and compliance with state and federal laws and rules. Respond to questions and issues from employees and management regarding workplace concerns, appropriate corrective and disciplinary actions, reasonable accommodation, disability issues, and contract interpretation and implementation. Conduct investigations and interviews of alleged employee misconduct and prepare or assist supervisors prepare documentation for college response. Serve as facilitator/mediator when appropriate.

Labor Relations

In collaboration with VP-HR, apply labor collective bargaining agreements and procedures for grievances, investigations, corrective and disciplinary actions, and other personnel actions. Provide information, interpretation, advice, training, and counsel to administrators, managers, supervisors, and staff regarding collective bargaining agreements; workplace concerns; performance management; supervision; and compliance.

Recruitment

Work with the recruitment team to develop effective recruitment strategies. Review job duties, qualifications and knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist supervisors with creating appropriate position descriptions. Review documentation for the selection decision making ensuring documentation supports hiring decisions. Administer salary placement procedures and provide guidance to supervisors in offer process. Answer inquiries from management, employees and applicants on recruitment processes and procedures. Assist in the collection, verification, analysis and reporting of human resource information related to recruitment.

Classification/Compensation

Audit new, vacant and occupied non-represented and classified positions. Conduct comprehensive investigations of position's responsibilities which may include interviewing incumbents, supervisors and employing officials, examining work site, work methods, etc. Interpret and allocate positions to appropriate classification system applying appropriate definitions and knowledge of Washington state and Bellevue College's classification/compensation system. Perform salary placements according to CBAs or exempt administrative procedures. Interpret rules, FLSA and other statutes that govern classification and compensation of positions. Perform position reviews to determine appropriate classification of positions. Explain classification review results to employee, supervisor and employing official. Prepare notification to employee of classification review finding. Provide training to managers and supervisors on classification/compensation system and processes. Assists departments in applicable collective bargaining agreements, laws, policies, and procedures.

Compliance

Provide interpretation, information and advice regarding, college policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreements, Washington Administrative Code, Revised Code of Washington, Title IX, Title VII, EEO, ADEA, FLSA, EPA, and other rules and regulations that may impact the college. Investigate, recommend and represent the college at appeals, grievances, and unemployment hearings. Work with VP on legal issues.

Other

Perform other duties as assigned. Complete special assignments and projects as required. Develop and provide formal training in areas of expertise. Maintain knowledge on current developments and practices in human resources. Provide backup to HR staff as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

HR Administration, Behavioral Science or closely related field. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Progressively responsible professional-level human resource experience. Experience working in a human resources department providing support, guidance, and counsel to employees and supervisors on matters related to employee relations, HR procedures, recruitment practices, classification, compensation, labor relations, and/or other HR functions. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to resolve interpersonal conflict situations between employees. Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying employment laws, rules, policies and procedures. Demonstrated ability to interact with and relay information to large groups and individuals at all work levels. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and software applications. Demonstrated success in fostering internal and external community relationships. Demonstrated commitment to pluralism with the ability to advocate for it on campus and work as a team member on a campus committed to inclusion. A record showing commitment to customer service and the application of appropriate flexibility in response to issues and opposing points of view is required. Flexibility of schedule and willingness to work select evenings and/or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in any of the following HR functional areas: recruitment, classification, compensation, corrective and disciplinary action, training and development, interpretation and application of laws, rules, polices; and procedures, appeals, grievances or unemployment hearings, performance management, program or policy development, performance reviews, career counseling, organizational analysis or development, employee recognition or other functions relating to human resource management. Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to apply this knowledge in resolving cross cultural or racial conflict. Demonstrated ability to successfully prepare and present policy interpretations. Demonstrated ability to conduct workplace investigations, write investigative report including investigation findings and conclusions. Interpreting or applying labor laws, collective bargaining agreements and contracts. Professional certification from a recognized human resource/personnel association (e.g. SHRM, HRCI, etc.). Human Resource experience in a higher education setting.

Conditions of Employment

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties. Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. 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