University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Senior Employee Relations Consultant
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARYWorks under minimal supervision to perform confidential employee relations matters from the human resource department which require advanced skills, knowledge, and abilities for successful completion. Hospital / clinical experience is preferred.
BENEFITSUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequired
EducationBachelor's Degree In Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience5 years Professional experience in one or more areas of human resource management, including at least three (3) years in assigned area with Bachelor's Degree. and9 years Professional experience in one or more areas of specific HR/ER management, including at least three (3) years in assigned area with High School Diploma.
JOB DUTIES
Provides advice, problem resolution, and facilitation in the areas of employee relations, performance management, and other related matters. Resolving and/or triaging issues as appropriate.
Counsels, advises, and works with all levels of leadership and employees to identify and resolve work related matters in order to improve workforce performance and effectiveness.
Facilitates conversations between supervisors and employees in a way which results in accountability and problem resolution. Conducts investigations ensuring all facts have been gathered, uses facts in determining appropriate disciplinary action; prepares appropriate response/recommendations to manager/supervisor.
Assists supervisors/managers in articulating the facts that supports the need for disciplinary action. Reviews all request for disciplinary actions ensuring information contained is factual and supports the action being taken. Ensures information being communicated, is written in a manner that is clear and understandable by the employee.
Builds effective partnership with customers; gain an understanding of the work performed and challenges faced by the customer.
Utilizes data from surveys, reports, and other means to identify trends; works with supervisors/managers to proactively address concerns/challenges.
Facilitates employee grievance and appeal processes for classified employees. Works with managers/supervisors to prepare grievance responses. Prepares summary and documentation for appeals, to be reviewed by the EVP of Business Affairs.
Supports and facilitates the development of training for managers and employees. Partners with Organizational Development & Training (ODT) to deliver training, engagement surveys and/or other HR programs.
Maintains required information in Employee Relations databases, entering required information within 3 business days of
Interprets and communicates UTSW policies and procedures in a clear and consistent way to employees, advising of their rights. Stays abreast of state and federal laws.
Collaborates and/or consults with various departments, including but not limited to Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, Leave Administration and the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, as needed.
Participates in TWC Unemployment hearings, providing necessary information as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENTSecurityThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO StatementUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
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JOB SUMMARYWorks under minimal supervision to perform confidential employee relations matters from the human resource department which require advanced skills, knowledge, and abilities for successful completion. Hospital / clinical experience is preferred.
BENEFITSUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequired
EducationBachelor's Degree In Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience5 years Professional experience in one or more areas of human resource management, including at least three (3) years in assigned area with Bachelor's Degree. and9 years Professional experience in one or more areas of specific HR/ER management, including at least three (3) years in assigned area with High School Diploma.
JOB DUTIES
Provides advice, problem resolution, and facilitation in the areas of employee relations, performance management, and other related matters. Resolving and/or triaging issues as appropriate.
Counsels, advises, and works with all levels of leadership and employees to identify and resolve work related matters in order to improve workforce performance and effectiveness.
Facilitates conversations between supervisors and employees in a way which results in accountability and problem resolution. Conducts investigations ensuring all facts have been gathered, uses facts in determining appropriate disciplinary action; prepares appropriate response/recommendations to manager/supervisor.
Assists supervisors/managers in articulating the facts that supports the need for disciplinary action. Reviews all request for disciplinary actions ensuring information contained is factual and supports the action being taken. Ensures information being communicated, is written in a manner that is clear and understandable by the employee.
Builds effective partnership with customers; gain an understanding of the work performed and challenges faced by the customer.
Utilizes data from surveys, reports, and other means to identify trends; works with supervisors/managers to proactively address concerns/challenges.
Facilitates employee grievance and appeal processes for classified employees. Works with managers/supervisors to prepare grievance responses. Prepares summary and documentation for appeals, to be reviewed by the EVP of Business Affairs.
Supports and facilitates the development of training for managers and employees. Partners with Organizational Development & Training (ODT) to deliver training, engagement surveys and/or other HR programs.
Maintains required information in Employee Relations databases, entering required information within 3 business days of
Interprets and communicates UTSW policies and procedures in a clear and consistent way to employees, advising of their rights. Stays abreast of state and federal laws.
Collaborates and/or consults with various departments, including but not limited to Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, Leave Administration and the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, as needed.
Participates in TWC Unemployment hearings, providing necessary information as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENTSecurityThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO StatementUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
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