Sr HR Generalist - Academic Institute

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist position is responsible for performing HR responsibilities at the subject matter expert level providing expertise and direct support to assigned business units/clients in functional areas such as employee relations consultation/conflict resolution, policy interpretation and application, management consultation, talent acquisition, workforce data analysis, performance appraisal training; applies an accurate working knowledge of benefit and compensation programs and processes.

This role requires a high degree of emotional intelligence and critical thinking/decision making skills to work with all levels of management and staff in an effective and positive manner. The Senior HR Generalist must be able to rapidly shift from one functional area to another successfully to anticipate HR related needs within their respective client groups, complete assignments and meet important deadlines.

This position serves as a role model within the HR department, providing training and guidance to other HR team members as appropriate.

Exempt

• EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree
• EXPERIENCE
  • Four years of Human Resources experience with at least three of those years at a higher level directly related to employee/labor relations, organizational consulting, recruitment, compensation, and/or benefits administration
• LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • PHR
    - Professional in Human Resources (HRCI) or
  • SPHR
    - Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM) from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) or
  • SHRM-CP
    - Certified Professional in HR (SHRM) or
  • SHRM-SCP
    - Senior Certified Professional in HR (SHRM) from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
• Preferred
  • PHR
    - Professional in Human Resources (HRCI) or
  • SPHR
    - Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM) from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) or
  • SHRM-CP
    - Certified Professional in HR (SHRM) or
  • SHRM-SCP
    - Senior Certified Professional in HR (SHRM) from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
• SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
  • Exhibits strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all applicants, HM leaders and staff, physicians and co-workers
  • Ability to interact, influence, and partner with client groups to achieve positive results for the organization
  • Intermediate proficiency with MS Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point
  • Ability to identify and effectively utilize resources to accomplish multiple tasks with high priority
  • Strong knowledge and application of Federal and State employment laws, regulations and legislation
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to adapt to changing responsibilities and multiple tasks
  • Capable of handling and challenging/difficult situations
  • Demonstrates sound judgment and executes proficient critical thinking skills
  • Ability to apply change management practices
  • Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data and make sound recommendations

• Participates in various activities related to employee relations to include conflict resolution, providing counseling to managers and staff of low to high complexity, and conducting interviews (follow-up, exit, focus group). Works with client managers and staff to coach, train and guide in regards to employee relations, policy interpretation, procedures, benefits, compensation, job description development, payroll, turnover, employee satisfaction, performance management, conflict…