Human Resources Business Partner - Dean's Office - University of Florida

Human Resources Business Partner - Dean's Office

Are you interested in talent acquisition and management? The University of Florida, College of Medicine, Dean’s Office is looking for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our growing team of diverse and dynamic HR professionals. The College of Medicine is working towards being the national leader in cultivating an inclusive workplace that promotes professional development, personal growth and well-being. Come join our growing team! You will be responsible for providing outstanding service and strategic partnership and support to college units, faculty and staff. A strong talent management background in healthcare or higher education is preferred.  You will engage in strategic conversations with department partners, administrators, and faculty regarding relevant HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

Responsibilities include:

Recruitment:

Responsible for taking a proactive and consultative role in healthcare and research recruitment for College of Medicine positions by consulting with departments on recruitment strategy, creating position descriptions, setting appropriate hiring ranges, posting job requisitions, and assisting with the overall recruitment process, as needed. Responsible for monitoring compliance for faculty recruitments for the College of Medicine. Serve as a resource for departments and new employees (Faculty, TEAMS, OPS, Student Assistants, etc.) in the recruitment and hiring process. This position also serves as a College of Medicine Equity Advisor, reviews all letters of offer, manages job requisitions and functions as a college (level one) approver for Electronic Personnel Action Forms (ePAFs).

Human Resources:

Serving as a human resources expert providing communication, guidance, and assistance to college units, faculty and staff regarding new and current HR policies, procedures, benefits, compensation, training, and any other employee, payroll/personnel concern. Communicates new and updated processes to faculty/staff and ensures that university deadlines and requirements are met. This position is responsible for supporting and developing new programs that support human resource functions in COM. This position provides advice and guidance related to HR matters. The incumbent will be responsible for investigating and solving complex matters. Serves as college liaison with Central HR, Employee Relations, Academic Personnel, Student Employment, UF Foundation and other core offices, as required. Responsible for maintaining a detailed college personnel database, regularly compiling and analyzing data and providing reports, as requested. 

Compensation analysis:

Serves as compensation consult to departments and hiring specialists by providing advice and guidance related to classification and compensation. Advises managers and employees on state and federal employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, compensation polices, and personnel procedures.

Other duties: 

Serves as backup to the benefits team and may assist with activities across the College of Medicine (COM), including working with new employees, scheduling benefits and employee events, conducting needs assessments, training, exit interviews, and ongoing employee support.

Special projects as assigned by the department leadership and any other activities to assist in efficiencies for all HR processes and procedures for COM.

The City of Gainesville 

Gainesville is home to Florida's largest and oldest university, and so is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events and athletics. The University of Florida and UF Health Shands Hospital are the leading employers in Gainesville and provide jobs for many residents of surrounding counties. 

The city provides a full range of municipal services, including cultural and nature services and necessary administrative services to support these activities. Additionally, the city owns a regional transit system, a regional airport, and a 72-par championship golf course. Known for its preservation of historic buildings and the beauty of its natural surroundings, Gainesville's numerous parks, museums and lakes provide entertainment to thousands of visitors. Because of its beautiful landscape and urban "forest," Gainesville is one of the most attractive cities in Florida. The city is in a central location to both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, providing easy access within a day’s drive to beaches, nature preserves, and water-based activities.

Our Commitment 

The University of Florida College of Medicine is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

$67,000 - $69,410 - commensurate with education and experience.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position is eligible for great benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance plans, retirement plans, and accrued leave.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Talent management/recruitment experience in healthcare or higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with key stakeholders to achieve optimal results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of HR laws and regulations.

To be considered, please upload a cover letter expressing your interest in this position, current resume, and three professional references.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.