Academic HR Business Partner (Hybrid) | Cornell University

Job title: Academic HR Business Partner (Hybrid)

Company: Cornell University

Job description: About the CollegeAs the oldest, largest and most academically diverse college at Cornell, the serves as “the nexus of discovery and impact” and is committed to world-class excellence. Located on Cornell’s main campus in Ithaca, the College remains the center of Cornell’s academic universe. Its research and teaching span the humanities and performing arts, biological and physical sciences and mathematics, and the social sciences. It offers extraordinary breadth and depth in its programs of study, a world-renowned faculty that includes international leaders in their respective disciplines, and cutting-edge research and technical facilities. It provides a high-quality liberal arts education to its own students, and introductory instruction in basic disciplines to almost all undergraduates in the other colleges at Cornell.The College has over 500 tenure-stream faculty, over 400 other academics and 300+ non-academic staff in approximately 40 academic departments and programs, a student population of 4,800 undergraduates and 1,300 graduate students spread across 27 academic buildings (~850,000 nsf). The overall College budget exceeds $400M, and total research expenditures by A&S investigators exceed $100M.The OpportunityWe seek an Academic HR Business Partner! In partnership with the Sr. Academic HR Business Partner, you will:

Provide support to, and consult with Sr. Associate Deans, Associate Dean of Finance and Administration and Assistant Dean of Human Resources in various academic HR matters for the College of Arts and Sciences (28 academic departments and 15 academic programs).
Provide guidance and direction on a range of academic HR matters, including, but not limited to, academic policies and policy interpretation, procedures and guidelines.
Support all academic searches, hiring, search waivers, compensation and appointment processes and leaves for academic and teaching positions.
Engage with an understanding of the College’s policies related to the management of tenured, non-tenure track, and other academic appointments.
Partner with the Assistant Dean of Human Resources and Sr. Academic HR Business Partner in managing sensitive matters requiring analysis of issues, creative problem-solving and confidentiality. Requests policy waivers on behalf of the College, as appropriate.
Assist in coordinating the annual Salary Improvement Process (SIP), as well as the academic workforce planning annual budget process, ensuring all academic positions are budgeted accurately.
Ensure ongoing collaboration with the Sr. Academic HR Business Partner in the execution of responsibilities.
Provide backup support for academic matters, in the absence of the Sr. Academic HR Business Partner.

Success FactorsYou are considered competitive for this position if you are:

Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
Excellent with follow-up and follow-through, ensuring consistent and accurate application of HR policies and procedures.
Customer-centric in your approach, with strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with faculty, staff, and academic departments.
Adaptable, flexible, and you exercise patience and curiosity in navigating complex academic HR issues, with a high level of confidentiality and good judgment.

Hours and LocationCore business hours for the CAS HR Office located on Cornell’s Ithaca campus in Goldwin-Smith Hall, are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. This position offers flexibility for start and end times between the core business hours, which will be determined by your supervisor. To ensure mutual success, after an initial onboarding period and with supervisory approval, this position can be performed through a hybrid model of 3 days on campus and 2 days remote. Work times are flexed for coverage of occasional, prescheduled events outside of core business hours. While this is the current set up of our work hours, schedules can be subject to change, based on business needs.What We Need

A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience or equivalent combination.

In-depth working knowledge of higher education academic HR practices, policies, and procedures.

Familiarity with the academic environment required.
Previous work experience managing faculty affairs.
Solid understanding of university and college workforce budgeting policies, practices and procedures.
Ability to establish individual priorities and demonstrates initiative and self-direction to follow through on all areas of responsibility, with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated experience using sound judgment, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Experience effectively handling employee issues, including providing advice and recommendations that are consistent with university and College HR policies, practices and procedures.
Ability and willingness to work collaboratively and share knowledge and information with others.
Attention to detail and management of multiple conflicting deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color.
Experience working with diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing programs.
Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it’s ok if you don’t.

SHRM certification or advanced experience in the field of human resources.
Previous work experience managing faculty affairs.
Experience in higher education, especially at Cornell University with a familiarity of its mission, goals, and objectives.
Demonstrated ability to navigate a highly complex organizational structure.

Rewards and Benefits

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement after an initial onboarding period, determined by the supervisor. When moved to the hybrid format, employees typically perform this role remotely 2 days per week and on-campus 3 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.
Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits:

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. * Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.

Cornell’s impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Program.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been selected. Review of applications will begin immediately.No Visa Sponsorship is available for this positionFamiliarize yourself with Cornell’s as well as the university’s .University Job Title: HR Generalist IIJob Family: Human ResourcesLevel: EPay Rate Type: SalaryPay Range: $65,825.00 – $76,499.00Remote Option Availability: HybridCompany: EndowedContact Name: Carolyn ChowJob Titles and Pay Ranges:Non-Union PositionsNoted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:Prior relevant work or industry experienceEducation level to the extent education is relevant to the positionUnique applicable skillsAcademic DisciplineTo learn more about Cornell’s non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see .Union PositionsThe hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell’s union wages, see .Current Employees:If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell.Online Submission Guidelines:Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit on the HR website.Employment Assistance:For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email .If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University’s Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at .Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing .Notice to Applicants:Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.EEO Statement:Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. 2024-10-08

Expected salary: $65825 – 76499 per year

Location: USA

Job date: Sun, 13 Oct 2024 06:52:46 GMT

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