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Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position advises and counsels assigned departments on a wide range of business and management issues involving employee and labor relations, disciplinary matters, management development, organizational design, process improvement, recruitment and retention strategies, and any other issues with which management may request assistance.

Please note that there are multiple openings available.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists management in identifying and resolving problems with staff, faculty or organizational structure, processes or policies that impede the creation of a positive work environment.
• Investigates allegations of policy violations within the university including, but not limited to, potential violations of the Discrimination and Harassment policy, FLSA, and Abusive Conduct policies.
• Develops and maintains employee information for retrieval ensuring compliance with government reporting requirements; prepares necessary government records. Gathers data to develop and deliver response to EEO and other third parties. May provide compliance reporting from internal systems.
• Provides guidance to management and employees within the university regarding policies.
• Assists in organizational re-design, role definition, process review and implementation and communication of same.
• Counsels department management on disciplinary, training or other measures which resolve or address employee performance or conduct problems.
• Partners with leadership teams to identify trends within the university that require proactive engagement and recommends strategies, policies or procedures changes to enhance the teamsâ™ effectiveness.
• Works with other HR areas to develop proactive retention and recruitment strategies for staff and faculty in assigned departments.
• Develops and facilitates management training forums on human resource policies, management /leadership development, team building and interpersonal skills. Identifies and refers management staff to additional trainings resources to include Washington University Learning and Development, AAIM, IMS and others.
• Attends various meetings within assigned departments to provide human resource input into departmental planning, staff activities, etc.
• Assists department management to strengthen the overall management team through recruitment, selection and development of the best managers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in employee or labor relations and organizational development.
• Prior management experience or additional years of experience may substitute for advanced degree.
• Student affairs or Title IX experience, preferably in an academic, healthcare or research setting.
• Broad knowledge of human resource areas to include compensation, benefits, payroll and recruitment.
• In depth knowledge of employee relations, policies and regulations, and general organizational development techniques and tools.
• Strong knowledge of human resource regulatory issues.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication and listening skills and high level of perception when communicating with others.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the university and Medical School's culture and dynamic.
• Ability to work with highly confidential information and materials.
• Ability to interact effectively with senior level officials.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelorâ™s degree.
• Three to five years of experience.

Grade

G14

Salary Range

$73,700.00 - $125,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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