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:

Responsible for supporting day-to-day Human Resources generalist activities for an assigned customer group, including stay interviews, employee inquiries, benefits, payroll, and compliance with organizational policies and legal regulations. Serves as the first point of contact for general HR inquiries, escalating complex or specialized issues to HR Leadership and Centers of Excellence (CoEs) as appropriate. Additionally, coordinates and implements system-wide HR initiatives as directed by HR leadership.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

Primary HR Support & Escalation (20%)

• Serve as the initial point of contact for general HR questions and guidance. Direct employees to the appropriate Centers of Excellence (CoEs) for specialized support. Escalate complex or sensitive matters to HR leadership to ensure timely and effective resolution.

Workforce Analytics & Strategic Support (20%)

• Collaborate with department and people leaders to identify workforce challenges and recommend HR solutions. Leverage HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, and absenteeism to identify trends and support data-driven decision-making.

HR Process Administration (20%)

• Facilitate the administration and coordination of key HR systems and processes, including onboarding, new hire orientation, employee surveys, stay/exit interviews, recognition programs, and engagement initiatives.

Strategic Workforce Implementation (20%)

• Support the implementation of strategic workforce initiatives, including talent retention efforts, succession planning, change management, and workforce/staffing optimization activities.

HR Program Delivery & Collaboration (15%)

• Lead or assist in delivering HR programs and initiatives. Partner with HR leadership and cross-functional departments to implement and communicate system-wide initiatives such as performance management, employee engagement, wellness, and professional development programs.

Community Engagement & Employer Branding (5%)

• Support community outreach and engagement efforts to promote NMHS as an employer of choice. Assist with HR-related initiatives that enhance the organization’s visibility and attract a diverse, skilled workforce.

Schedule:

M-F, 730am-4pm, based on needs of business

Job Description:

Job Requirements

Education:

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

Experience:

• Minimum 2-4 years Human Resource experience preferably with broad exposure for a variety of Human Resource Advisor activities and working with management.

License/Certification:

• N/A

Skills/Knowledge and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of multiple Human Resources disciplines.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to influence all levels within the organization.

Physical Requirements:

Weight Demands

• Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.

Physical Activity

• Not necessary for the position (0%):

  • Climbing

  • Crawling

  • Kneeling

• Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):

  • Balancing

  • Carrying

  • Crouching

  • Distinguish colors

  • Lifting

  • Pulling/Pushing

  • Standing

  • Stooping/bending

  • Twisting

  • Walking​

• Frequently Performed (34%-66%):

  • Grasping

  • Keyboarding/typing

  • Reaching

  • Repetitive Motions

  • Sitting

  • Speaking/talking

• Constantly Performed (67%-100%):

  • Hearing

  • Seeing/Visual

Job Hazards

• Not Related:

  • Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)

  • 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)

  • 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.