Human Resources Business Partner - Cayuga Health System

Job Description

Company Overview:

Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!

Position Overview:

HR Business Partner serves as a strategic advisor and consultant with leaders on talent initiatives such as leadership development, change management, employee engagement, career development, succession planning, talent reviews, organization design and development. As a business partner you will create and integrate solutions to deliver value-added services to leaders and employees.

Provide employee relations support to clients on labor and employee relations policies and practices; developing response plans with clients for dealing with employee relations situations; conducts and documents thorough and objective investigations.

All HR matters including but not limited to recruiting/employment, compensation, employee relations, organizational change, performance management, and equal employment opportunity.

Strong knowledge in employee relations consulting and counseling, policy interpretation and application. This includes consulting with team members and managers regarding employee relations issues and initiate action plans to address and resolve those issues.

Experience Required

Bilingual English/Spanish a PLUS. Ability to establish priorities and meeting deadlines.

Thrive in a fast paced environment and can work under minimal supervision. Proactive professional with excellent follow-through skills.

True service professional dedicated to the client experience. Dedicated team member committed to working collaboratively with every co-worker.

Problem-solver, enthusiastic, fun-spirited, considerate, competent, and respectful of others and maintain the highest level of integrity.

Strong presentation skills. Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications, especially Excel and Microsoft Word software.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree required/preferred with 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience.

License/Certification Requirements

PHR/SPHR strongly preferred, or willing to obtain.

Special Requirements

Scheduled Days / Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

At this time Cayuga Health System will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you require an accommodation, please contact Cayuga Health System at

Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Cayuga Health System commits to treating all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.

Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees.

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