What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Partner, Facilities position at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University?
Job Description
Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Embry-Riddle is the world's largest aviation and aerospace university with vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.
The Opportunity:
The Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Human Resources Department is currently seeking to hire an HR Partner to support our Facilities Department. The HR Partner acts as a liaison for Human Resources by answering inquiries on topics including recruiting/interviewing, onboarding, benefits administration, policy interpretation, discipline, etc. This person provides prompt frontline assistance to faculty and staff and hands-off to subject matter experts (SMEs), when appropriate, to ensure the Facilities department is appropriately supported at all times. This role includes providing expert consultation and guidance on performance management, discipline, grievances, and separations while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. The HR Partner position is physically located at the Daytona Beach, campus and but may also support the Prescott campus.
This position maintains thorough documentation and facilitates communication with employees and supervisors on case outcomes. Qualified candidates must have a proven ability to manage multiple pressing priorities with a high level of confidentiality, attention to detail and impeccable follow through. The HR Partner participates in the documentation of standard operating procedures and preparing draft updates to policies as regulations or laws warrant or as deemed necessary by the HR department or university. The HR Partner, Facilities reports to the Executive Director, Human Resources and works closely with all other functional areas throughout the Human Resources Department.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recognizes the value of diversity. It is dedicated to fostering a positive climate in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged in their professional, social, and intellectual pursuits. Embry-Riddle is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for qualified individuals. The University does not tolerate discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of progressively responsible experience analyzing, interpreting, applying, communicating and promoting HR best practices in the context of organizational goals and objectives; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience
Preferred education, professional skills and experience
- Degree or specialization in Human Resources is strongly preferred
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification is highly desirable
- Two years of direct experience in employee relations (counseling, performance management, supervisory development, conflict resolution, etc.)
- Employee relations experience in a higher education environment is preferred
- Familiarity with applicable state and federal laws and regulations including, but not limited to, FLSA, EEO/AA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, FMLA, and other relevant areas of compliance
- Experience coaching and mentoring managers on the process of performance evaluation
- Experience working in a confidential environment and handling sensitive information with the utmost integrity
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to work with diverse constituents
- Exemplary customer service skills
- Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and commitment to work and willingly assumes responsibility for accomplishing objectives; is reliable, and diligently follows through on commitment
- Demonstrates the ability to concentrate on a task and meet deadlines, despite interruptions and competing priorities and demands
- Proficiency with technology and software programs including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Zoom, Teams, SharePoint, databases, and other software/internet applications; experience with Workday HRIS a plus
