Sr. Human Resources Generalist

Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist

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.

Responsibilities

People Essential Functions :

• 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 resolution, and legal issues (e.g., FMLA, ADA, sexual harassment, etc.).
• Serves as a role model and mentors peers as needed. Recommends opportunities for improvement of department score for turnover / retention / employee engagement.
• Works in collaboration with HR colleagues around the system in other functional areas and / or entities on system initiatives.
• Consults with management regarding the assessment of performance improvement needs and the development of associated action plans.

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Growth / Innovation Essential Functions :

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business / job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Qualifications

Education :

Work Experience :

License / Certification :

Licenses and Certifications - Required :

Licenses and Certifications - Preferred :

Ksa / Supplemental Data

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

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Work Attire :

On-Call

Travel

Company Profile

Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024.