HR Associate - Internal Medicine

Full Time
Iowa City, IA
Posted
Job description

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seeking an HR Associate to enhance the operations of the Department of Internal Medicine by providing advice and guidance to the unit leadership and its employees and performing transactions within all subject matters of Human Resources. Key areas of responsibility include HR transactions and maintenance of employee information, consultation, compliance, compensation and employment, reward and recognition, performance and leave management, communication and strategic planning and analysis.

Position Responsibilities

Talent Management & Engagement
  • Work with HR Generalist as needed to coordinate recruitment activities for P&S (non-bargaining), SEIU, merit and postdoctoral research scholar positions.
  • Schedule interviews and serve on search committees. Develop interview questions and work samples, as needed.
  • Upon acceptance of offer, coordinate onboarding process; complete HR orientation with employee.
  • Assist HR Director in rewarding and recognizing employees. Work with managers on exceptional performance award for employees, SPOT awards, career advancements and promotions.

HR Program Administration & Operations
  • Manage faculty annual review process (January – April).
  • Assist with faculty promotions/reappointments.
  • Manage specified-term appointment process, work with managers to extend appointments as needed and inform director of performance concerns.
  • Facilitate job shadow experiences within Internal Medicine; ensure compliance with UIHC and University policies.
  • Backup for payroll - review and audit timecards; ensure compliance with applicable law (e.g. FLSA), University policies, and collective bargaining agreements; identify leave that may qualify as FMLA and submit requests to the UIHC Leave and Disability office; review and address critical exceptions in ELMS; identify trends or patterns that may require further follow-up; answer questions from supervisors and staff; run comprehensive payroll reports and address follow-up items, as necessary.
  • Assist divisions with setting up mentoring committees for faculty and ensure reports are submitted in a timely manner.
  • Initiate extra compensation payments for clinical providers on a monthly basis. Hospitalists incentive payments will typically occur every quarter.
  • Manage various staff distribution lists and be the POC for mailroom services.

Advising/ Communication
  • Conduct staff exit interviews.
  • Communicate with staff and provide basic 'how to' instructions and guidance regarding policies and practices such as payroll applications, compliance issues, and employment inquiries.
  • Schedule face to face meetings, initiate phone call discussions and support communication with email updates.
Strategic Planning
  • 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 with planning for recognition events and celebrations.
  • Work on projects as required.
Compliance with Policies, Laws and Regulations
  • Run HR reports, as needed; follow up to ensure compliance; take action to ensure compliance with laws, University policies and departmental expectations; follow up with assigned divisions/units to address outstanding compliance requirements.
  • Evaluate requests and exercise discretion and judgment in providing confidential information to appropriate parties internally and externally.
  • Backup for immigation - collaborate with HR Specialist regarding immigration documentation; follow up on all immigration documentation to ensure compliance by verifying their visa, passport, and review past immigration documention in some cases.

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

Experience Requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer software applications.
  • Commitment to and ability to foster diversity, equity and inclusion in the work or academic environment.

Highly Desired Qualifications
  • At least 1 year of experience in human resources.
  • Experience in multiple HR program areas, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, and classification and compensation.
  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting human resources.
  • Ability to be organized, flexible and multi-task in a high volume and fast-paced environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and HR systems.

Application Process:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and education/credential verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact kiley-skay@uiowa.edu

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