Beyond Blue

Job Posting Title:

HR Business Advisor Associate

Requisition Number:

28514

Department Name:

Director, HR Business Advisors

Work Location:

Pavilion

Grade Level:

8

Type of Position:

Regular

Position Time Status:

Full time

Equivalency Link

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting strategic consultation with leaders and teams to promote a positive organizational culture. Collaborates with HR and leadership to provide guidance on practices that contribute to effective business outcomes. Acts as a partner and change agent to support engagement and organizational effectiveness. Supports implementation of strategic HR initiatives in alignment with business goals and values, partnering with HR specialists for transactional and operational activities. Ensures consistent application of HR practices to promote a supportive and compliant work environment.

Essential Functions

• Supports leaders under supervision to provide HR support on workforce planning, performance management, and organizational policies, assisting with data analysis and recommendations.

• Supports process improvement and departmental restructuring initiatives, gathering feedback and documenting proposed changes for review.

• Assists in resolving employee relations matters through objective information gathering and coordination, escalating complex issues to senior HR partners, and preparing case documentation.

• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and ensures regulatory compliance, staying current on policy updates and changes.

• Coordinates with the legal department on HR-related matters as directed, preparing background information and supporting documentation.

• Supports talent acquisition and other HR teams to support recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring strategic alignment of hires with organizational needs, and tracking onboarding metrics.

• Serves as a liaison to staffing agencies, colleges, and industry associations, facilitating communication and scheduling meetings or events.

• Acts as a resource for individuals and managers on HR-related questions and development opportunities, providing initial guidance and referring to subject matter experts as needed.

• Supports delivery and evaluation of training and development programs as needed, assisting with logistics, participant tracking, and feedback collection.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in human resources, business administration, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

SHRM Certified preferred

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. Never

G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.