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Closing Date:

02/01/2025

Type of Position:

Management - Operations

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 

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Department:

DPC | HRBP UAMS Health

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for consulting with leaders across the organization to deliver and implement the Department of People and Culture’s priorities to achieve business unit objectives, while ensuring a high degree of consistency throughout the health system. The Human Resources Business Partner maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, midrange plans, culture, and its competition. The HRBP will help align the goals for the employees and leaders of the divisions with the business objectives including labor, costs, talent development, employee satisfaction, employee relations as well as advice on all other employee related matters. The HRBP acts as an extension of each division they support, offering expertise in a day-to-day collaboration.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Applied Communication, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field of study
• Five (5) years of demonstrated accomplishment in human resource or operational disciplines, preferably including compensation practices, workforce planning, forecasting & budgeting, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, operational efficiency, performance management, employee engagement, and respective federal and state employment laws.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and three (3) years of demonstrated accomplishment in the above disciplines
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP certification
• Experience in an Academic Medical Center setting

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral, written and listening skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, as well as with the public.
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Emotional Intelligence, integrity, and ability to manage confidential information in a strictly private manner.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service, work independently and collaborate as part of a larger team.
• Ability to influence others.
• Must possess elevated level of financial and business acumen.
• Leadership & Strategy
• Operations, Compliance, & Data Analytics
• Other Duties

 

Additional Information:

Additional Information:

Knowledge:

• The Human Resources Business Partner requires a comprehensive knowledge in the concepts, practices, and procedures of the functional HR areas and driving various HR initiatives.

Problem Solving:

• The Human Resources Business Partner must be able to solve complex problems in the areas of employee relations, mediation, and provide coaching. Human Resources Business Partner must also be able to analyze data and develop insights.

Independence of Action:

• Direction: Results are defined, and existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. Conducts work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems.

  • Guidance provided but decisions are independent.

Decision Making:

• Decisions have major implications on the coordination and operations of an area within a department; the position may contribute to important strategy, operations, and other decisions that affect the department.

  • Affects functions across the organization.

Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations within Little Rock and sometimes the state of Arkansas.

Salary Information:

"Commensurate with education and experience"

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes