Human Resources Consultant - DUAL POSTING with 51596
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Human Resources
Posted on May 7, 2024
Hiring Department
College of Arts & Science
Job Description
Do you want to make a positive impact on staff and faculty? Do you want to contribute to our strategic goal of strengthening culture within the College of Arts & Science (A &S)? Join the People Services (HR) team.
The People Services team provides leadership in the planning, integration, and implementation of human resource services and programs. Collectively with campus colleagues, HR serves as a strategic and trusted advisor, supports an inclusive and dynamic culture and workforce, and pursues continuous improvement through knowledge, collaboration, and leadership.
The Human Resources Consultant role, reporting to the Associate Director of HR in A & S, will have a broad array of HR knowledge and partner with various leaders to provide high-quality advice, guidance, and support of people initiatives. The role assists in the execution of HR programs and administration relative to culture, change management, workplace planning and design, recruiting and onboarding, career development and performance management, compensation and classification, and policy management.
Recruitment and Onboarding:
· Coordinates Arts & Science Kickoff (ASK) as part of new employee orientation and onboarding.
· Creates and implements new hire communications and department-specific onboarding programs.
- Coordinates with the department point of contact for new hires providing a smooth transition throughout the hiring and onboarding process.
- Serves as liaison between Campus Recruitment and the hiring manager by supporting the recruiting process.
- Creates and reviews job requisitions requests; submits information using the appropriate system.
- Collaborates with the A & S fiscal team.
- Partners with the A & S Associate Director of HR in developing and leading training efforts or informational sessions and related communications including the annual performance review process, leave accrual changes, recruitment and onboarding, leadership development, performance management, compliance training, and other College & HR initiatives.
- Recommends training or professional development as necessary.
- Participates in the career development initiative within A & S.
- Provides guidance and support in completing the Position Classification Questionnaire (PCQ)
- Assists departments with developing position descriptions.
- Coaches and performs evaluations on requests for pay changes due to reclassifications or other out-of-cycle pay changes.
- Provides support to departments in reviewing departmental structure.
- Collaborates with fiscal team ensuring budget compliance.
- Provides leadership & development coaching (supervisors & directors) on A & S culture, University policies and procedures.
- Monitors the "pulse" of the employees to ensure a high level of employee engagement.
- Supports initial level of conflict resolution and investigations, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the A & S Associate Director of HR.
- Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as assigned by the Associate Director of HR.
- Coaches A &S leadership and supervisors on job performance, compliance, and University policy & practices matters.
- Advise leaders on corrective action based on fact-finding and evaluation of risks associated with specific actions in collaboration with the Associate Director of HR,
- Coordinates and participates in employee engagement events.
- Serves as a culture champion.
- Advises leadership on applicable federal/state regulations and University policies.
- Identifies workflow changes and process improvements.
- Monitors, reports, and communicates HR metrics to ensure service targets are met.
- Creates standardized communications and assists with the completion of pertinent employee letters such as: termination, discipline, reclassifications, temporary pay increases, etc.
- Partners with internal shared services team to process change requests.
- Responds to general questions from departments about policy and procedures.
- Stays up to date with new guidelines, practices, and procedures to ensure that all appropriate personnel are aware of new practices, etc.
Shift
Monday through Friday with flexible start and end time. A hybrid work schedule with a day of remote work is available after the successful completion of the onboarding/orientation process.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, psychology, strategic leadership or other relevant degree programs; and 3 years of related experience demonstrating effective strategic partner responsibilities including employee relations, compensation/classification, and/or career/performance management.
Successful candidates will possess competencies in HR knowledge, relationship management, ethical practices, consultation, and communication.
HR Certification through SHRM or HRCI.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $52,000 - $73,000 annually.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Grade: GGS 10
University Title: Human Resources Consultant
To review the University of Missouri's Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Resume & Cover Letter
Other Information
This is a dual posting of Job Opening ID 51596 and only one position will be filled depending on the qualifications of the final candidate.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
