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Job Name
Strategic Human Resources Business Partner
Department
8650180 - Office of the CHRO SFHEA
Position type
Full Time
Workplace
Flexible 2 Days On-Site
Primary Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Job ID
CONV_88499BR

Description & Requirements

Job Description

The Strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a trusted advisor to senior and executive leadership, driving organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, talent strategy, and operational excellence across assigned business units. In close partnership with Business Unit Presidents, C-suite leaders, and clinical executives, the HRBP aligns people and culture strategies with enterprise priorities to strengthen engagement, retention, financial performance, and operational outcomes.

We are seeking a seasoned HRBP with extensive experience in complex, large healthcare environments. This individual will lead high-impact strategic initiatives, including organizational design and restructuring, leadership development, performance management, and succession planning. Partnering closely with executive leadership, the HRBP leverages workforce analytics and talent insights to inform decision-making, guide governance processes, and implement data-driven retention strategies that measurably reduce turnover and elevate team performance. This role also provides executive coaching and builds strong, trusted relationships with C-suite leaders.

This role collaborates closely with Workforce Planning, Labor and Employee Relations, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Legal, and Compliance to design and implement innovative talent pipelines, internship-to-career pathways, job architecture frameworks, and sustainable staffing models that drive cost savings and operational efficiencies. Additionally, the HRBP provides expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, policy development, and progressive discipline, ensuring compliance while upholding organizational values.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $166,700 - $200,000 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

 
Department Description
The Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) provides strategic leadership and oversight for UCSF Health?s Human Resources (HR) operations. This department is responsible for aligning HR policies, programs, and initiatives with UCSF Health?s mission to deliver world-class healthcare, research, and education. By fostering a culture of excellence, equity, and employee engagement, the Office of the CHRO ensures UCSF Health attracts, retains, and supports top talent to drive institutional success.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. - Minimum of 5 – 7 years’ applicable strategic human resources experience; or equivalent combination of training, experience, and demonstrated success in strategic HR project implementation. - Expert knowledge of a human resources management system (HRMS), and / or other related business software programs and systems. - Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to present complex information. - Demonstrated ability to handle the most difficult or volatile situations / individuals effectively. - Possesses expert analytical skills to provide strategic direction for HR practices and procedures, conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. - Demonstrated expert knowledge of organizational policies and procedures; advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work affects other areas in Human Resources and the organization. - Expert knowledge of employment practices, labor relations, salary administration, training and other areas of human resources as well as organization initiatives relating to and / or affecting human resources. Preferred Qualifications - 7 - 10 years’ applicable strategic human resource experience in a healthcare setting preferred. - HR Business Partner Certification - Executive Coaching Certification License / Certification: - No
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code
EXEC ADVISOR 4 (000554)
Assignment Category
Career
IAP Level
Tier C Plan (target potential payout of 3.5%, maximum of 5%)
Job Family
General Administration
Campus 1
Minnesota Street (SF)
Campus 2
Minnesota Street (SF)
Campus 3
Minnesota Street (SF)
Percentage (%)
100
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Day
Bargaining Unit
99
Additional Shift Details
Monday-Friday
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