The University of Iowa Health Care department of Safety and Security is seeking a Human Resource Associate to enhance the human resource operations in the Department of Safety and Security by providing advice and guidance to the unit leadership and employees and performing transactions within all subject matters of Human Resources.  Key areas of responsibility include HR consultation, compliance, reward and recognition, communication, strategic planning and analysis and selected HR transactions and maintenance of employee information. Perform other duties, as directed.

• Communicate information, policies, and operational changes to assigned divisions/units; provide input on development of policies and procedures within the department; provide recommendations regarding changes to processes, practices, and strategies.

• Identify opportunity to improve systems and processes, achieve efficiencies and/or improve service delivery.

• Assist in distributing and communicating HR updates to department leadership.

• Communicate with staff and leadership to provide basic 'how to' instructions and guidance regarding policies and practices such as payroll applications, compliance issues, benefit questions and employment inquiries.

• Assists in completion of timecards for compliance; resolve exceptions and run payroll reports as needed.

• Assist in recruitment and onboarding for Safety and Security staff, including HR orientation and system access setup.

• Coordinate separation process for staff; assist with scheduling exit interviews; complete HR termination checklist; collect badge, keys, etc.; work with Division Coordinator or supervisor to ensure other UI-issued equipment is collected; contact HCIS to terminate account, as needed

• Monitor and follow up on compliance requirements; respond to related inquiries.

• Evaluate requests and exercise discretion and judgment in providing confidential information to appropriate parties internally and externally.

• Schedule face to face meetings, initiate phone call discussions and support communication with email updates.

• Initiate workflow transactions including requests for flex pay, spot awards or other special compensation.

• Maintain and edit confidential personnel documents, responsible for uploading documents to ePersonnel files in HRIS for all Department of Safety and Security

• Responsible for workflow related transactions including Change of Status, Transfers, Special Compensation payments, etc.

University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Percent of Time: 100%25

Location: Main Campus

Pay Grade: 2B
https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Must possess strong organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer software applications.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of current human resource principles, practices and processes, and current federal and state laws, statues, regulations, and policies pertaining to human resources.

• PHR, SPHR or SHRM HR professional education and/or certification.

• Experience working in an academic medical setting or hospital.

• Prior experience utilizing an HR Information System

• 6 months human resources experience or more (within last 3 years).

   

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days.
 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
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