Job Description
Position Description
Join a dynamic team of seasoned Human Resources (HR) practitioners within Central Administration at Harvard University. This team provides direct HR consultation for a complex and diverse portfolio of client groups that represent arts, business, theater, planning and design, publishing, and academic research. We are committed to providing strategic HR consultation while fostering a vibrant and collegial working environment. Our team partners with leaders, managers, employees and teams to adopt programs, policies and practices in alignment with the?Attract, Develop and Retain?employee life cycle, while?fostering greater performance?and engagement.
Under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, as the Senior HR Consultant, you will provide technical guidance, advice, and consulting to clients on all Human Resources related activities, in support of/or aligned with local business priorities. Additionally, you will:
- Deliver sophisticated, responsive, and effective HR consultation to clients within the Office of the President and Provost.
- Provide technical guidance, consulting, and problem-solving for human resources-related issues.
- Coach department leaders and managers in performance management, employee relations, retention, career development, and compensation.
- Contribute to strategic priorities by identifying, prioritizing, and building organizational capabilities and effectiveness.
- Provide appropriate and practical advice and coaching to senior leaders, managers, and employees to foster a strong leadership and coaching culture.
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition & Outreach team and client areas to build a robust workforce management culture and plan talent pipeline requirements.
- Implement effective performance management strategies to create and sustain a high-performance workforce.
- Manage the annual performance evaluation and annual salary increase process for designated client groups.
- Engage with department leaders and managers to identify and provide employees with development opportunities.
- Partner with managers, employees, HR colleagues, and bargaining unit representatives to address workplace issues and facilitate collaborative problem-solving.
- Develop data analytics and dashboards/reports for senior leadership.
- Provide direct compensation consultation and education, ensuring compliance with University HR policies, procedures, and legal regulations.
- Serve as Title IX Resource Coordinator and Local Designated Resource, providing information and support on appropriate training related to gender and other forms of discrimination.
- Proactively recommend actions to address employee concerns and ensure an inclusive and welcoming organization free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying.
- Collaborate with HR colleagues to identify, enhance, and advance more equitable and inclusive policies and practices.
- Participate in University-wide committees and initiatives supporting a welcoming and inclusive employee experience.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor?s degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 7 years? relevant HR experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and legal regulations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Thrives with nuance and developing innovative solutions.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with diverse stakeholders.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace culture.
Working Conditions
This position requires on-campus presence that can range from 0-4 days per week, depending on business needs.
Benefits
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- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Harvard University Administration
Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
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