HR Business Partner (Hybrid)

About the College, School, or Department

As Cornell University's online learning unit, eCornell delivers online professional certificate courses to individuals and organizations around the world. Courses are personally developed by Cornell faculty with expertise in a wide range of topics, including data analytics, management, marketing, human resources, leadership, and STEM. Students learn in an interactive, small cohort format to gain skills they can immediately apply in their organizations, while earning a professional certificate from Cornell University. eCornell has offered online learning courses and certificate programs for 15 years to over 130,000 students at more than 2,000 companies.

About the Office or Unit

The eCornell Human Resources team is committed to crafting innovative solutions for our predominantly hybrid/remote workforce of over 900 employees. Serving as a strategic partner to eCornell leadership, we focus on implementing impactful HR initiatives that attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented workforce. Our dynamic team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and a shared commitment to excellence.

The Opportunity

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

In this role, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) will work closely with the HR Director to administer eCornell's vision, mission, and goals. Key responsibilities include delivering HR services in organizational design, retention, compensation and classification, performance management, employee relations, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The HRBP will emphasize DEI in every aspect of HR work, collaborating with the HR Director to lead and mentor the HR team, ensuring effective training, consistent practices, and compliance with Cornell policies. Additionally, the HRBP will assess HR initiatives to align with eCornell's priorities, creating a supportive and inclusive environment.

The HRBP plays a pivotal role in our HR function, driving excellence and making a meaningful impact within our organization. This position is essential for creating a thriving workplace where every employee can succeed and contribute to eCornell's mission.

As an HR Business Partner, you will be a proactive and adaptable professional committed to driving HR initiatives that align with organizational goals. You will leverage your HR expertise to serve as a trusted partner to the HR Director, focusing on team collaboration, training and DEI advocacy.

Hours and Location

The HR Business Partner position with eCornell follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 3 days on-site at our Ithaca Danby Road location and 2 days remote each week. The position operates during standard daytime hours, Monday through Friday, with team collaboration occurring primarily between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Success Factors

To thrive as an HR Business Partner at eCornell, you'll embody a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and bring a deep understanding of the HR function. As a trusted partner to the HR Director, you'll be available, responsive, and highly communicative, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism at all times. Success in this role requires not only HR expertise but also strong business acumen, as you'll work closely with diverse units and tackle complex projects that align with eCornell's organizational goals.

Key qualities include:

• Adaptability & Initiative: You'll need to think critically and act quickly, showing agility in an ever-evolving environment. Taking initiative to propose solutions and making informed decisions without needing constant guidance will be essential.
• Effective Communication: Maintaining open, consistent communication, regular check-ins, and "water cooler" moments helps ensure alignment and trust with the team and stakeholders.
• Customer Service Mentality: A strong customer-service orientation, treating everyone with dignity and respect, and modeling these behaviors will set you apart.
• Collaboration & Partnership: You'll act as a right hand and thought partner to the HR Director, building solid relationships and navigating university channels effectively to support HR initiatives. Being a reliable, autonomous partner who can "run with" assignments is crucial.
• Continuous Learning: To truly succeed, you must actively engage with eCornell's unique Enterprise context, understanding various organizational units and the diverse needs of employees.
• Drive for Excellence: The HR team strives for "knocking projects out of the park." You'll be expected to tackle challenges, contribute innovative ideas, and embrace opportunities to improve processes.

What We Need

• A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comprehensive experience in HR management, including employee relations, performance management, compensation, and operational management.
• Proven track record in fast-paced, high-volume HR environments, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse audiences.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a positive and professional demeanor.
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding customer service and a commitment to ethical workplace practices.
• Proficiency in analyzing HR data to inform strategic decisions, with experience in metrics development and reporting.
• Commitment to promoting DEI initiatives and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
• Solid project management skills, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to executing HR initiatives.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's ok if you don't.

• Direct experience in managing performance management processes and/or employee relations resolution.
• Working knowledge of Workday, Qualtrics, Wrike, and Tableau.

Rewards and Benefits

• This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role remotely 2 days per week and on-site 3 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.
• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: https://hr.cornell.edu/benefits-pay.
• Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/your-total-rewards.
• Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.

No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position.

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