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.

The Associate HR Business Partner position is the first step in the level series for this position. The Associate HR Business Partner will be provided a designated HR expert to mentor the employee to the next career level. At this level the position requires some professional level human resources management experience. The employee at this level will have the ability to complete routine HR procedures following established processes, be able to prioritize tasks, demonstrate good oral and written communication skills, and willing to commit to learning in HR management topics.

The Human Resources Business Partner is the second level within the three part career series. At this level the position works under general direction of the VP of Human Resources and is required to provide guidance to supervisors and employees independently on most matters and consults as needed on more complex issues. The HRBP should be able to perform all the functions of the Associate HRBP. A candidate with particularly applicable experience could be hired directly into this second level. The HRBP promoting from an Associate HRBP would be expected to be familiar with college HR policies and procedures and application in various situations, have demonstrated increasing levels of efficiency and productivity, made improvements in report writing and other documentation, would have exercised increasing initiative and ability to work more independently while continuing to seek direction where necessary, and would have become more proficient in developing and executing investigative plans consulting with VP of HR as needed. This level requires the HRBP to have strong working relationships with assigned work unit employees and supervisors.

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner is the third level within the three part career series. At this level the position works under the general direction of the VP of Human Resources and is required to demonstrate the ability to perform all the duties of the HRBP level. No particular period of employment is required to be promoted to the Senior level. The Senior HRBP demonstrates the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: expert knowledge of State and Federal HR rules and regulations; independently performs assignments with little direct oversight from VP; demonstrates clear communications; exercises independent decision making authority and discretion to decide which work methods to use, tasks to perform and procedures to follow to meet work objectives; demonstrates the ability to conduct investigations independently including clear, concise, professional report writing; ability to present information in a training environment in a clear, concise, engaging manner; demonstrates objective thinking based on facts and resourcefulness in assisting supervisors and employees in solving problems; demonstrates excellent time management skills. Senior HRBPs will have demonstrated a thorough understanding of union contracts and labor relations and be able to serve in a backup capacity on labor relations issues.

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 is 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 the 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. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with union representatives, employees, managers and supervisors.

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.

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