HR Advisor

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?

At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary

The HR Advisor is responsible for managing the day-to-day Human Resource activities such as benefits, payroll, and compliance with policies and legal regulations. Escalates issues as necessary to HR Leadership and Centers of Excellence (COEs). Coordinates and implements system-wide HR initiatives.

Location: Methodist Jennie Edmundson

Address: 933 East Pierce Street - Council Bluffs, IA

Work Shift: Mon-Fri 7:30am - 4:30pm

Responsibilities

Serves as a resource for general HR queries and needs by acting as the initial resource for HR support and guidance. Direct employees to the CoEs for specialized support. Escalate complex or sensitive issues to HR Leadership to ensure timely guidance. (40%)

Support and outreach engagement initiatives by promoting NMHS’ brand within the community. Represent the organization at job fairs, university events and other networking events. Assist with HR focused community engagement efforts designed to attract a diverse and skilled workforce. (10%)

Assist with the administration of HR systems and processes such as employee surveys, onboarding, orientation, stay and exit interviews, recognition and other engagement programs. (20%)

Collaborate with the CoEs to provide support for HR initiatives and operational needs. (10%)

Facilitate the delivery, coordination, and support of HR initiatives, programs and services. Partner closely with HR leadership and other departments to implement system-wide HR programs such as employee engagement initiatives, wellness programs, performance management, and professional development initiatives. Ensure consistent communication and comprehension of programs and initiatives. (20%)

Schedule

Job Description:

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 3+ years Professional Human Resources experience preferably with broad exposure for a variety of Human Resource Advisor activities and working with management.
  
  

License/Certifications

• HR Certification (e.g. Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM-CP, etc.) preferred.
  
  

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Working knowledge of multiple Human Resources disciplines.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, organizational, and presentation skills to management.
• Ability to develop a thorough understanding of NMHS HR policies, processes, and practices.
• Ability to handle sensitive information.
• Conflict resolution and problem solving skills.
• Ability to influence all levels within the organization.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands

• Light Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force.
  
  

Physical Activity

• Occasionally Performed (1-33%):
• Balancing
• Climbing
• Carrying
• Crawling
• Crouching
• Distinguish colors
• Kneeling
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Reaching
• Standing
• Stooping/bending
• Twisting
• Walking
• Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
• Hearing
• Repetitive Motions
• Seeing/Visual
• Speaking/talking
• Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
• Fingering/Touching
• Grasping
• Keyboarding/typing
• Sitting
  

Job Hazards

• Not Related:
• Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
• Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
• Equipment/Machinery/Tools
• Explosives (pressurized gas)
• Electrical Shock/Static
• Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
• Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or
• photochemical means)
• Rare (1-33%):
• Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
• Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
  

About Methodist

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.