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University of Alaska

HR Business Partner - University of Alaska Southeast

University of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812


The University of Alaska is hiring a UAS-based Business Partner. If you are interested in joining a dynamic institution of higher education as we seek to build a better quality of life and a strong tomorrow for all Alaskans, we encourage you to apply. At the University of Alaska, we are on a mission to empower Alaska.

Our University of Alaska Business Partners (BP's) are based at each university and the System Office to collaborate with university leadership. This role strengthens human resources service to UA by being proactive in coaching and supporting leaders and colleagues with issues related to work challenges, change management efforts, and managing performance effectiveness to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. The ideal candidate can mix campus experience with a seat at the UA HR leadership table to allow for conversing at multiple levels.

To thrive in this role, the successful candidate must have excellent relationship-building skills, and be able to demonstrate experience and effectiveness in HR process, process improvement and employee engagement including labor and employee relations matters. Must possess the ability to analyze problems and develop strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum qualifications for this position are 7 years of HR experience with at least 3 years in a senior HR role, with the ability to handle sensitive/confidential information with discretion.

A strong knowledge of labor laws and employee relations is preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;

Master’s degree and SHRM certification preferred.

A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Southeast campus in Juneau, Alaska, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and

full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the

UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 81, based on education and experience.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click

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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah Morisky, SO HR Coordinator, at ua-so-hr@alaska.edu or (907)450-8245.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

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