State of Utah · 19 hours ago
Human Resources Agency Partner - Dept. of Workforce Services Field Office
The State of Utah is seeking a Human Resource Agency Partner to deliver high-quality HR services for the Department of Workforce Services and other agencies. This role involves providing comprehensive HR solutions, consulting and advising management teams, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Business Acumen: Partners with agency leaders to translate agency goals into actionable HR strategies
Strategic Thinking: Conducts workforce analysis and develops long-term human capital plans
Consultative Skills: Provides guidance and coaching to managers on performance management, employee relations, and talent development
Relationship Management: Collaborates effectively with HR colleagues and other departments to deliver seamless HR services
Communication Skills: Presents HR initiatives to agency leaders and facilitates communication between employees and management
Employee Relations Expertise: Provides guidance on employee relations issues, conducts thorough and impartial investigations, manages ADA accommodations, and administers FMLA leave. Consults, advises, and assists management on employee discipline, recommends appropriate disciplinary actions, and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Executes job duties in compliance with applicable laws. Effectively demonstrates and advises management encouraging the consistent application of policies and procedures
Performance Management: Provides guidance and coaching to managers on performance management, including setting performance expectations, providing feedback, and conducting performance reviews. Consults and advises management on the development and implementation of performance improvement plans, including identifying performance gaps, setting measurable goals, and providing ongoing support and monitoring
Compliance & Risk Management: Executes job duties in compliance with applicable laws. Provides insight and advice on how to ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, including ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and EEO. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of changes in employment law and best practices
Talent Management Expertise: Supports talent development initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development programs
Change Management Expertise: Provides guidance and support to agencies during periods of change
Data Analysis & Interpretation: Works with HR partners to provide agencies with HR metrics and dashboards to track progress and demonstrate value. Generates standard HR reports, analyzes HR metrics, and identifies areas for improvement
Training and Development: Identifies training needs, creates engaging training materials, delivers training and evaluates the effectiveness of training programs
Critical Thinking: Objectively assesses information and makes sound judgments in complex or ambiguous situations. Anticipates potential problems and develops contingency plans
Qualification
Required
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Proven experience in Human Resources (e.g. employee relations, training & development)
Strong understanding of applicable federal and state employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, Title VII)
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions
Proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
High level of work ethic and commitment to excellence
Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities
A strong desire for continuous learning and professional development
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related field or work related experience
DHRM Preference may be given
Benefits
Great health and retirement benefits
Generous paid time off
Company
State of Utah
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