Ohio University Hiring for HR Liaison at Athens, OH Full Time

The successful applicant will act as an HR business partner to one or more planning units (which may include a combination of academic and support units). The incumbent(s) in this role will proactively provide HR services by developing relationships with assigned units and understanding their operational needs, mission, and direction.

HR Liaisons serve as experts in university policy and procedure both directly and indirectly related to HR activities. They must help departments achieve missions through navigating and leveraging such policies.HR Liaisons must be adept at developing and maintaining collaborative, productive relationships with other campus partners such as the Office of Legal Affairs, Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, and Diversity and Inclusion. Liaisons collaborate with internal HR centers of excellence including benefits, compensation, payroll, and employee and labor relations.
HR Liaisons will facilitate training sessions across a wide variety of HR topics and may be tasked with developing related training.

The HR Liaison will provide excellent HR Service in the following areas:

• Employee Relations: Manages employee relations issues, processes, and policies throughout assigned unit(s). Duties may include: conducting complex internal investigations and documenting findings; developing, monitoring, and ensuring compliance with Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs); in conjunction with appropriate supervisors, issuing disciplinary action; acting as a hearing-officer for disciplinary proceedings; responding to and hearing grievances; managing reduction in force activities; managing for-cause terminations and non-renewals; performing exit interviews.
• Recruitment and Selection: In consultation with hiring managers, develops recruitment plans and ensures compliance throughout hiring process. Advises on and/or coordinates related activities such as selection steps, salary negotiation process, and onboarding plans.
• Organizational Development and Performance Management: Within the parameters of university policy, provides consultation, data analysis, and recommendations to unit managers regarding promotional pay increases, temporary salary adjustments, and one-time awards. Provides guidance, consultation, and training in regards to performance management processes including advisement of pay for performance. Consults with leadership throughout assigned unit(s) to understand organizational structure and needs. Aligns needs with jobs in various university job structures. Provides guidance in the development of job documentation for unique positions and consults with compensation department to appropriately classify such positions. Responds to and coordinates job audits in conjunction with compensation director and staff.
• Leave Management and Training: Provides counsel and direction to unit(s) regarding compliance with various leave programs, policies, and regulations. Provides training to various customers and groups throughout assigned unit(s) on topics such as: FMLA; performance management; selection committee best-practices; use of HR related systems and software.
• Other Related duties as assigned.

Remote work may be an option for this position.

Position open until filled; for full consideration, please apply by 07/25/22 at the following link: https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/42247.

When prompted, please upload a cover letter highlighting your professional interests and qualifications related to the position, a current resume or CV, and a list of 3 professional references (current and prior supervisors preferred) including current contact information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,972.00 – $98,125.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location