HR Business Partner

Employee Relations:

• Develop and recommend efficient Human Resource procedures and related written policies and procedures.
• Document policies, employee handbook and provide other communications to promote consistent understanding and application of HR programs, policies, and objectives.
• Manage and communicate the Bank's performance management program to ensure consistency and fairness.
• Interpret and effectively communicate consistent application of Bank policies and procedures.
• As directed, participate in the investigation and resolution of ongoing employee relations problems, anticipate problems whenever possible, and develop, recommend, and initiate appropriate steps for resolution.
• Respond to and offer suggestions to resolve employee relations issues by consulting with managers and employees.
• Provide counsel and guidance to managers completing formal written documents in compliance with the Bank's corrective action policies. Document and present termination recommendations as required.
• Provide counsel and guidance to managers in assigned client groups regarding performance review process, merit pay administration, and corrective actions.
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze data, identify trends and develop strategies for minimizing regretted turnover.
• Receive and respond to unemployment inquiries from EDD, prepare managers for appeal hearings, prepare al documentation for hearing, participate in appeal hearings, respond to employment verifications, etc.
• Consult with managers regarding salary planning including merit increases, promotions, equity increases and other compensation changes to reinforce a pay for performance philosophy.
• Ensure timely research and resolution of complaints or problems for assigned areas of responsibility.

Employment:

• Develop partnerships with hiring managers to ensure consistent application of hiring processes and practices.
• Administer a comprehensive applicant tracking system including creating reports, identifying trends and utilizing applicant communication tools.
• Source qualified and diverse applicants by networking industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups and through minority and veterans outreach efforts.
• Coordinate interview schedules, screen and interview candidates, and communicate employment offers.
• Facilitate timely background checks and DOJ fingerprints for selected candidates, verify results and take appropriate action as needed.
• Provide guidance and direction for starting salaries for candidates in accordance with the Bank's compensation philosophy.
• Represent Bank at selected job fairs and develop promotional materials to aid in recruiting.
• Coordinate and conduct first day and monthly new employee orientation.
• Initiate new hire survey, analyze data, identify trends and propose strategies to address issues and promote retention.
• Communicate benefits to job applicants and employees, respond to employee inquiries pertaining to all benefit plans and programs and refer complex issues to Department specialists as needed.
• Promote Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity with assigned client groups including training and statistical analysis.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Conduct employment related training as needed.
• Perform special projects, research, and analysis as requested.
• Coordinate and participate in employee recognition and other meetings as requested.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of human resource management methods and practices. Performance Management software management a plus.
• Knowledge of various interviewing techniques.
• Current knowledge of California and federal labor laws, rules and regulations related to employment practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HRIS systems and other Human Resource applications.
• Advanced skills operating a personal computer including word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
• Ability to attend early morning and evening meetings and events.

Licenses and Certifications:

Human Resources Business Partner

• PHR or SHRM-CP is desirable.
• Must maintain a valid California driver license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk, twist and turn.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Work environment is indoors, majority of the time is spent sitting at a desk.

Education and Experience:

A combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree, preferably in Human Resources, Organization Development, Industrial Relations, Business or other related course of study; and knowledge typically gained through a minimum of 2-5 years experience in Human Resources.

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $75,000 to $105,000. The salary offered will fall within this range commensurate with the candidate's applicable experience, education, and skills

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)