Manager, Human Resources

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The Manager, Human Resources - Medical manages HR support staff and acts in an advisory capacity, serving as a consultant to various client groups. The incumbent oversees human resources policies and procedures related to employee relations, compensation and benefits program administration, performance management and other special projects. The Manager, Human Resources - Medical works closely with both managers and employees to establish, maintain, and improve effective work relationships, build morale, attract, develop and retain talent, to support the University of Miami's mission.

• Manages Human Resources support functions to ensure timely delivery of HR services.
• Counsels and advises employees and managers on internal employee relations practices, procedures and overall organizational policies.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.
• Initiates, develops and executes Work Environment Assessments, to determine areas for improvement.
• Conducts, manages and resolves complex employee relations issues, to include thorough and objective investigations, and a comprehensive review of evidence/documentation.
• Summarizes investigation findings and recommendations.
• Conducts routine meetings with respective business units, including the general employee population, to assist clients in meeting/exceeding their strategic objectives. Recommends new approaches to affect continuous improvement.
• Ensures all requested personnel actions are compliant with University policy and procedures, as well as adhere to established employment laws and guidelines. Provides the appropriate guidance to leadership staff.
• Assisting with departmental restructuring, succession planning, job description development and revisions, as well as review and negotiation of salary offers, promotions, etc., for assigned clients.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication, both verbal and written, with all client groups to effectively represent department services and provide HR services that meet client needs and facilitate change.
• Organizes, inputs and ensures the maintenance of HR information into the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Generates and analyzes a variety of reports to develop and recommend solutions, programs and or policies to the client base.
• Facilitates the processing and distribution of reports as needed.
• Completes special projects or assignments as required, which may include administering employee recognition programs, participation on committees, and coordination of special events etc.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Core Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in relevant field required

Certification and Licensing: SHRM CP or PHR preferred

Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Operational Management: Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organizational Development: Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and manage change.
• Financial Oversight: Knowledge of financial operations and management.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Additional information

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

Pay and benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff