Associate HR Business Partner - Chicago, United States - Chicago Public Schools

Chicago Public Schools

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Associate HR Business Partner

Job Number:240001O8**
Posting Date: May 22, 2024, 8:40:38 AM

Primary Location:
Central-42 West Madison Street (Talent Office)

CPS Non-Union Job Grade:
S07

Estimated Annual Salary Range: 66, ,500.00

Position Type:
Non-Union Position

Overtime Status:
Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION -

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is one of the largest school districts in the United States, serving over 320,000 students in more than 600 schools and employing nearly 40,000 people, most of them teachers.

CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career and civic life.

In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families and all Chicagoans:
academic progress, financial stability and integrity.

Six core values are embedded within these commitments - student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

The Talent Office supports and empowers employees through all stages of their Chicago Public Schools (CPS) careers, with the understanding that the department's success enables employees to better serve the students of Chicago.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Associate HR Business Partner will assist the Central Office Human Resources team in supporting Central Office and Citywide departments across Chicago Public Schools (CPS). This position will provide critical operational HR support in areas such as compensation, employee relations, talent management, workforce planning and employee engagement. The Associate HR Business Partner will also support the implementation of new and impactful HR programs, policies and processes that embrace diversity, foster inclusion and promote equity (i.e. DEI) throughout CPS.

**The
Associate HR Business Partner will be held accountable for the following responsibilities**: - Provide comprehensive support to the Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) team including, but not limited to: drafting job descriptions, conducting compensation analysis, reviewing performance management and disciplinary documents, and data support utilizing spreadsheets and/ or HR systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Taleo, Oracle)

Serve as a backup for the HRBPs.
Support the Employee Experience Manager in the development and implementation of programs and training, survey support, and data analysis to ensure business goals align to engagement initiatives.
Assist with the development of materials and facilitation of new hire orientation and training sessions on HRrelated topics such as the recruiting/hiring process, performance management, HR policy, etc.
Provide HR support and consultation to Central Office and Citywide departments, internal partners, and employee populations across all levels of the organization.
Support the development and implementation of Talent practices, projects, programs, and initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.

**In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the
Associate HR Business Partner must possess the following qualifications**:
Education Required:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
HR Certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) preferred

Experience Required:

Minimum of three (3) years of highvolume human resources operations or generalistlevel experience in a fastpaced work environment is required
Experience facilitating trainings or workshops, supporting complex projects/programs, and implementing strategic HR systems and programs is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to develop an indepth knowledge of the district's organizational structure and the team's portfolio structure
Strong knowledge of human resources practices and state and federal labor and employment laws
Dedicated, entrepreneurial selfstarter with excellent project management skills and a drive to succeed
Motivated, energetic, critical thinker and problemsolver who is highly organized
Comfortable with ambiguity and establishing a direction on one's own, with frequent support but without requiring constant supervision
Ability to initiate, build, and manage cohesive partnerships and professional relationships at all levels of the organization both internally and externally
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to facilitate/present information to audiences at all levels of the organization, gearing communication toward the target audience; ability to communicate at a high level with an impeccable detail orientation and a focus on customer service and relationships
Ability to analyze a problem/question, prioritize, and determine the level of intervention or escalation necessary
Capable of quickly adapting to shifti