Sr HR Business Partner

Who we are

Community Health Plan of Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any actual or perceived protected characteristic or other unlawful consideration.

Our commitment is to:

• Strive to apply an equity lens to all our work.

• Reduce health disparities.

• Become an anti-racist organization.

• Create an equitable work environment.

About the Role

Provides comprehensive HR services and expertise across a range of HR functions and programs to key business/client groups. The Senior Human Resources Business Partner will support initiatives that foster an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace culture, enhance employee engagement, and ensure the effective delivery of HR services. Functions in a multifaceted role supporting workforce planning, employee relations, employee engagement and retention, and performance management.

To be successful in this role, you:

• Possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and highly relevant experience (required)

• Have a certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Human Resources (SHRM-CP), or Senior Certified Professional in Human Resources (SRHM-SCP) (preferred)

• Have a minimum of (5) years progressively responsible experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or equivalent (required)

• Have expertise in two (2) or more functional areas of HR, including Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Administration, or Employment Law.

• Have experience working in a healthcare environment (preferred)

• Have proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Essential functions and Roles and Responsibilities:

• Works closely with people leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.

• Provides daily performance management guidance to people leaders and supports annual reviews and performance counseling processes.

• Advises and recommends proactive measures and best practices with complex employee relations issues, conducts investigations, and facilitates resolutions to foster a positive work environment.

• Collaborates with HR Business Partner colleagues to ensure consistency with employment decisions, policy interpretation and administration of employee programs and practices, while maintaining fair and equitable approach and ensuring compliance with state, federal and local regulations.

• Provides HRIS Support to managers by ensuring employee changes are entered accurately and timely into the technology, specifically advising and guiding managers on making job and pay changes in the system.

• Provides support and education to client groups regarding CHPW time and attendance policies, state and federal wage and hour laws, FLSA Compliance, compensation philosophy and salary administration.

• Oversees complex Leave of Absences (LOAs) and disability accommodations, providing guidance and support to both employees and managers to ensure compliance with legal requirements and a positive employee experience.

• Drafts and/or updates policies and procedures as requested, including those related to performance management, unique department incentive processes, etc.

• Provides guidance and gives input to leaders on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and other change management initiatives.

• Conducts comprehensive reviews of job descriptions, and develops offer terms for new hires, promotions and transfers.

• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.

• Other duties as assigned. Essential functions listed are not necessarily exhaustive and may be revised by the employer, at its sole discretion.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to stay informed about changes in employment laws and regulations, proactively assessing their impact on HR policies and practices.

• Ability to identify and resolve complex employee relations issues.

• Ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.

• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations.

• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Attention to detail, project management, and organizational and planning skills.

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills

As part of our hiring process, the following criteria must be met:

• Complete and successfully pass a criminal background check.

Criminal History: includes review of criminal convictions and probation. CHPW does not automatically or categorically exclude persons with a criminal background from employment. The applicant's criminal history will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis considering the risk to the business, members, and/employees.

• Has not been sanctioned or excluded from participation in federal or state healthcare programs by a federal or state law enforcement, regulatory, or licensing agency.

• Vaccination requirement (CHPW offers a process for medical or religious exemptions)

• Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet these requirements are considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits:

The position is FLSA Exempt and is not eligible for overtime and has a 10% annual incentive target based on company, department, and individual performance goals. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

CHPW offers the following benefits for Full and Part-time employees and their dependents:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision

• Telehealth app

• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts

• Basic Life AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability

• Voluntary Life, Critical Care, and Long-Term Care Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement and generous employer match

• Employee Assistance Program and Mental Fitness app

• Financial Coaching, Identity Theft Protection

• Time off including PTO accrual starting at 17 days per year.

• 40 hours Community Service volunteer time

• 10 standard holidays, 2 floating holidays

• Compassion time off, jury duty

Sensory/Physical/Mental Requirements:

Sensory*:

• Speaking, hearing, near vision, far vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, touch, smell, and balance.

Physical*:

• Extended periods of sitting, computer use, talking and possibly standing.

• Simple grasp, firm grasp, fine manipulation, pinch, finger dexterity, supination/pronation, wrist flexion.

• Frequent torso/back static position; occasional stooping, bending, and twisting.

Mental*:

• Frequent decision-making. Ability to gather and assess data, determine appropriate actions, apply protocols and knowledge to unique situations, problem-solve and provide consultation.

Work Environment:

Office environment Employees who frequently work in front of computer monitors are at risk for environmental exposure to low-grade radiation.