What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Consultant position at Harvard University?
Position Description
Independently provide a broad range of Human Resources advice and services in support of Harvard Campus Services and Harvard Human Resources. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources for Campus Services.
Core Duties:
Core Duties:
- Provide technical guidance, consulting, and problem resolution for human resources related issues
- Consult with managers and employees on employee relations issues and recommend resolutions
- Provide support to managers on union related concerns including assisting with grievance responses
- Coach managers or arrange coaching in performance management, employee relations, retention and career development
- Partners with Talent Acquisition to ensure regulatory and University policies are being followed regarding compensation, compliant recruiting, etc.
- Manage compensation activities including partnering with management to conduct equity reviews, process upgrade requests, review promotions, administration of the bonus program, etc.
- Develop HR related metrics/reports to support assigned business units
- Liaise with University partners such as University Disability Resources, Compensation, Office of General Counsel and Office of Employee & Labor Relations, etc.
- Demonstrates solid understanding of the operations of the client units as well as the needs and challenges of managers and staff.
- Partner with business unit leaders to identify and build organizational capacity in alignment with University and Campus Services goals.
- Collaborate with HHR partners and participate in related projects as assigned.
- Participate in local HR projects in support of Campus Services including training development, employee engagement initiatives, etc.
- Ensure compliance with University Human Resources policies, procedures, and requirements and applicable legal regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant HR experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Experience working in a service sector environment supporting an hourly workforce
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS applications and analytics
- Advanced knowledge of employment law and HR policies and practices; financial/business acumen
- Demonstrated experience with the administration of bargaining unit policies and procedures
- HR Certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP
Working Conditions
This is a full-time, five-day-per-week exempt position with a hybrid schedule. Regular on-campus presence is a requirement of this role, including additional ad hoc days on campus for meetings, training, etc., as required and based on business need.
Additional Information
Harvard University cannot provide Visa sponsorship for this position.
Work Format Details
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Benefits
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- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Job Function
Human Resources
Department Office Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Job Code
H0457P HR Generalist III
Work Format
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Sub-Unit
-
Salary Grade
057
Department
Human Resources Consulting/Campus Services
Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Time Status
Full-time
Pre-Employment Screening
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EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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