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Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) will contribute to and lead the execution of human resources strategies to support executive leaders and to Support key business results in their aligned client groups. The Sr. HRBP maintains an advanced level of organizational knowledge and business literacy and stays informed on the business unit's midrange plans, culture, financial position and challenges. The HRBP builds and maintains influential relationships and is a strategic partner with executive and senior leaders. Understands the industry, including the current and forecasted environment, and develops HR solutions to support the desired direction of the business. Formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added services to leaders and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization. Responsible for providing high-level daily support in the administration of HR initiatives for the assigned executive leaders and their senior leadership teams. Leads project teams and provides informal guidance and support to less experienced HRBP staff.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive and senior leaders to diagnose Human Resource related needs, provide solutions to complex problems and assist leaders in setting business strategies to drive positive business results.
• Provide strategic HR leadership and consultation focused on creating innovative HR strategies to anticipate and assess emerging business, organization or people trends and identify and implement effective solutions. Support less experienced HRBP staff in their work.
• Drive desired cultural change, working closely with leadership and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Collaborate with HR functional partners to execute human resources strategies to enable business objectives and support future business growth.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Human Resources Management principles and best practice standards.
• Working knowledge of state and federal employment law
• Astute business acumen, including understanding of the healthcare industry
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate both verbally and in writing to individuals at all levels within the organization
• Experience in large healthcare system or other large organization (3,000+ employees) that is highly complex
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to break-down a problem into its basic components in order to derive a solution.
• Problem resolution skills and the ability to address and resolve a problem/issue quickly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop business relationships with persons of varying personalities.
• Effective time management and project management skills
  
  

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and 5-7 years experience HR Business Partner experience or HR experience in a variety or progressive roles or
• Bachelor's Degree and 7 or more years experience HR Business Partner experience or HR experience in a variety of progressive roles
• SHRM-CP, SCP or PHR Preferred Upon Hire
  
  

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $45.83/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

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Requisition ID2025-34486

Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date1 week ago(8/8/2025 6:12 PM)

Posting CategoryProfessionals

DivisionHR BUSINESS PARTNERS

Work TypeFull Time

Work Hours8-4

FLSA StatusExempt

Location : NameAdele Hall

Recruiter : Full Name: First LastJulie Aust

Recruiter : Emailjaaust@cmh.edu

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