Senior Partner, Talent Relations
JOB SUMMARY
Acts as the primary interface for all Talent Engagement (TE) needs of designated HCCS colleges and System Administration.
Provides value-added TE services to assigned Presidents and Vice Chancellors.
Consults with managers and employees on strategies to resolve sensitive Talent Engagement issues and to ensure legal compliance with the exception of issues governed by title VI, VII or IX, Sexual Harassment or ADA.
Carries out policies relating to all phases of Talent Engagement activities for the college.
Partners with assigned administration leadership to assess needs, design initiatives and help build strategies for organizational improvement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assure that the TE Organization is meeting the needs of its clients.
Identify, evaluate, and assist the administration in resolving employee relations and work performance problems within the HCC structure to facilitate communication and improve employee relations skills and work performance.
Evaluate employee relations, work related problems, and meet with supervisors and managers to determine effective remediation techniques to resolve employee relations issues among personnel.
Provide information on payroll, compensation, and benefits to assigned colleges and divisions.
Provide HCC managers and supervisors with assistance in policy interpretations, formal complaint handling, negotiations, and investigations on all matters except Title VI, VII or IX, Sexual Harassment or ADA.
Assist HCC managers and supervisors to develop performance improvement plans, corrective action plans, tasks associated with disciplinary action, and to ensure disciplinary actions are implemented in a fair and consistent manner.
Coach and counsel employees, supervisors, and administration in order to attempt to resolve problems before the formal grievance or disciplinary process is used.
Consult with HCCS General Counsel to address issues that may involve legal ramifications.
Counsel employees and management on applicable policies and procedures and state and federal laws pertinent to employee relations activities.
Facilitate the employment screening committee process for assigned areas by reviewing interview materials with internal screening committees for hiring purposes.
Attend Case Review meetings to discuss cases, explore options, and develop strategic plans.
Assist HCCS with efforts to recruit and retain faculty and staff that are representative of the community.
Document statements from departing employees concerning reasons for leaving, complaints about HCCS, suggested changes, etc.
In consultation with the TE-Talent Learning and Development, conduct needs assessment to determine college training needs.
Travel to HCCS campuses to give presentations and workshops as necessary.
Coordinate with other departments and administrators to develop and direct an ongoing series of workshops, seminars, and training associated with Talent Engagement Policies and Procedures.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
Acts as the primary interface for all Talent Engagement (TE) needs of designated HCCS colleges and System Administration.
Provides value-added TE services to assigned Presidents and Vice Chancellors.
Consults with managers and employees on strategies to resolve sensitive Talent Engagement issues and to ensure legal compliance with the exception of issues governed by title VI, VII or IX, Sexual Harassment or ADA.
Carries out policies relating to all phases of Talent Engagement activities for the college.
Partners with assigned administration leadership to assess needs, design initiatives and help build strategies for organizational improvement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assure that the TE Organization is meeting the needs of its clients.
Identify, evaluate, and assist the administration in resolving employee relations and work performance problems within the HCC structure to facilitate communication and improve employee relations skills and work performance.
Evaluate employee relations, work related problems, and meet with supervisors and managers to determine effective remediation techniques to resolve employee relations issues among personnel.
Provide information on payroll, compensation, and benefits to assigned colleges and divisions.
Provide HCC managers and supervisors with assistance in policy interpretations, formal complaint handling, negotiations, and investigations on all matters except Title VI, VII or IX, Sexual Harassment or ADA.
Assist HCC managers and supervisors to develop performance improvement plans, corrective action plans, tasks associated with disciplinary action, and to ensure disciplinary actions are implemented in a fair and consistent manner.
Coach and counsel employees, supervisors, and administration in order to attempt to resolve problems before the formal grievance or disciplinary process is used.
Consult with HCCS General Counsel to address issues that may involve legal ramifications.
Counsel employees and management on applicable policies and procedures and state and federal laws pertinent to employee relations activities.
Facilitate the employment screening committee process for assigned areas by reviewing interview materials with internal screening committees for hiring purposes.
Attend Case Review meetings to discuss cases, explore options, and develop strategic plans.
Assist HCCS with efforts to recruit and retain faculty and staff that are representative of the community.
Document statements from departing employees concerning reasons for leaving, complaints about HCCS, suggested changes, etc.
In consultation with the TE-Talent Learning and Development, conduct needs assessment to determine college training needs.
Travel to HCCS campuses to give presentations and workshops as necessary.
Coordinate with other departments and administrators to develop and direct an ongoing series of workshops, seminars, and training associated with Talent Engagement Policies and Procedures.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required.
- 5 years work experience as an exempt Talent Relations Partner or a combination of other related Talent Engagement experience
- Valid Texas Driver License
- MS Office Suite
- Presentation Skills
- Resolution Management Skills
- State and Federal Labor Laws and Regulations
- Delivering High Quality Work
- Accepting Responsibility
- Serving Customers
- Supporting Organizational Goals
- Driving Continuous Improvement
- Acting with Integrity
- Thinking Critically
- Managing Change
- Communicating Effectively
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
- Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
- PO Box 667517
- Houston, TX 77266
- 713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.