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Title: HR Partner

VP Area: Human Resources

Department: HR Employee Experience

Work Schedule: Fixed daytime hours Monday-Friday

Telework Availability: Hybrid Available

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Job Purpose:

The HR Partner acts as a liaison between Human Resources and the colleagues within assigned divisions/departments. The position provides colleague/employee relations support and partners with supervisors to improve work relationships and productivity. The HR Partner proactively works on creating and maintaining Gonzaga University as a welcoming and inclusive environment for all through outreach, consulting, and policy advisement that is founded in the mission of Gonzaga University.

Essential Functions:

• 50% - Colleague Relations
  • Consults with supervisors and leadership in assigned divisions/departments regarding employee relations, performance management, policy adherence, corrective action, etc.
  • Develops positive working relationships with colleagues and assists communications regarding Human Resources or organizational changes, policies, projects, trainings, programs, etc.
  • Partners with members of the Human Resources department to ensure high quality customer service on cases involving several aspects of HR (accommodations, employee relations, complaint process, recruiting, corrective action, etc.).
  • Ensures that colleague/employee relations issues are handled in a timely manner, and cases are managed through to completion.
  • Conducts job description reviews in preparation for recruiting and/or compensation analysis.
  • Facilitates regular meetings with supervisors and leadership in assigned division/departments to provide status updates on issues within the department/division, performance and behavior management guidance, policy guidance and interpretations, and to seek input on any topic related to Human Resources or employment.

• 40% - Corrective Action and Conflict Resolution
  • Under guidance of leadership, responsible for compliance and interpretation of the University's Policies and Procedures Manual, Faculty Handbook, and departmental/division policies.
  • Under guidance of leadership, conducts investigations into employee relations complaints, documents investigation and writes report with any recommended resolutions; advises HR leadership and division/department supervisors of concerns and recommendations; may assist in carrying out resolutions.
  • Under guidance of leadership, facilitates corrective action to address colleague performance issues.
  • Proactively assists employees and leadership in resolving work-related conflicts through coaching and providing guidance consistent with the University's mission, values and policies and procedures. 

• 10% - Documentation, Recordkeeping, and Metrics
  • Maintains required employment and investigation files and documentation as required by internal practices and governing regulations, including routine auditing of relevant files.
  • Utilizes various HR systems and records to retrieve information on individual employees, histories, and situations, going to HRIS staff for higher level or specialized data needs.
  • Partners with Human Resources staff and leadership to identify potential patterns, trends, policy recommendations and concerns to forward for consideration, utilizing HR metrics to inform as applicable.

• Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

3 years

In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education. 

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of progressively responsible professional HR experience, including employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and consulting skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace aligned with Gonzaga’s Jesuit, Catholic, and humanistic mission.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling HR Case Management processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR).
• Experience serving as an HR Partner or Generalist in a higher education or similarly complex, multi-unit environment.
• Demonstrated success in organizational development, change management, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Experience coaching and advising leaders on strategic HR issues.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and data-driven decision-making.

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 4 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $37.00 - $39.00 per hour

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): $32.89

Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): $41.10

Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): $49.32

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: False