What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employee Relations Consultant - Human Resources position at University of Utah Health?
Overview
We are looking for a new and experienced Employee Relations Consultant to join our Human Resources team!
This position is responsible for partnering with leaders and departments to ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures, advice managers and employees regarding employee relations issues, leave administration and supports them in their training and development needs.
This position is not responsible for providing patient care.
Qualified candidates must have completed :
Three years' experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in Employee Relations or equivalency.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or a related field.
Corporate Overview : The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO / AA
Responsibilities
Interprets University of Utah policies and procedures; entity and applicable laws. Consults with Management, providing guidance for employee relations and other associated policies, practices, and procedures.
Proactively works to ensure compliance including but not limited too : clinical licensure, accreditation, state and federal requirements, and organizational policy.
Coordinates and Administers the Grievance Process.
Serves as a liaison between the University of Utah Health Care and the State of Utah for unemployment claims.
Prepares documentation and reports regarding employee relations issues and related decisions.
Provides advice, problem resolution, and facilitation in the areas of employee relations, performance management, and employee discipline; advises both employees and management regarding employee relations policies, procedures, and documentation; researches, identifies, and analyzes specific employee relations concerns and makes appropriate recommendations.
May assist with or conduct investigations as assigned following established procedures
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
Demonstrated coaching and / or mentoring skills.
Knowledge of employment and labor laws.
Ability to handle highest level of confidential information.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required
Three years' experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in Employee Relations or equivalency.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or a related field.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- PHR or SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
Physical Requirements
Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and / or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email : careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director / Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO / AA). More information, including the Director / Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at : www.utah.edu / nondiscrimination /
Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu /
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and / or drug screen.
Requisition Number 73465
Reg / Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8am-5pm
Clinical / Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name 525 Plaza
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City Salt Lake City
State UT
Department COR ISC 05A HUMAN RESOURCES
Category Human Resources
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
