About the Role Are you a proactive, detail-oriented HR professional who thrives on building connections and supporting employee success?
As our HR Generalist , you will serve as the primary point of contact for College employees, managing day-to-day operations across the entire employee lifecycle. From welcoming new hires during onboarding to advising on workplace standards and maintaining compliance, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive, value-driven campus community. The ideal candidate has an initiative-taking mindset, works well independently, and is passionate about providing exceptional service. Key Responsibilities 1. Recruitment, Onboarding & Offboarding Manage End-to-End Recruitment: Post job openings, screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers. Streamline Onboarding: Prepare offer letters, facilitate new employee orientations, conduct background checks, and ensure all onboarding documentation is completed smoothly. Facilitate Offboarding: Manage the departure process, conduct Exit Interviews, proactively collaborate with managers regarding backfill plans, and ensure HRIS systems are finalized 30 days post-departure. 2. Employee Relations & Engagement Primary Point of Contact: Serve as an accessible, neutral party for employees and managers regarding HR policies, benefits, and workplace standards. Conflict Resolution & Coaching: Support supervisors in handling performance issues, assist in resolving workplace concerns, and help cultivate a positive environment. Training & Development: Assist in coordinating employee training programs and growth initiatives. 3. Benefits & Compliance Benefits Orientation: Deliver New Employee Benefits Orientation for incoming staff. First-Line Support: Act as the initial contact for benefits inquiries; escalate complex cases to the Assistant Director of HR (Benefits) or the Director of Total Rewards & Compensation. Records & Payroll Support: Maintain employee records in compliance with labor laws and College policies. Partner with the Controller's Office to facilitate and approve payroll. 4. Strategic Collaboration & Process Improvement Enhance Workflows: Partner with the Director of Employee Experience to identify and implement HR process improvements that increase efficiency. Culture & Engagement: Work closely with the broader HR team to design and implement programs, systems, and initiatives that boost employee engagement and retention. Administrative Support: Handle day-to-day administrative tasks, including generating reports, scheduling meetings, and maintaining HRIS systems. Qualifications Experience & Education Degree: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of direct HR experience (ideally in Higher Education or a structured office environment) OR 18 months of direct HR experience combined with 5 years of general professional experience. Technical & Professional Skills Compliance Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of HR policies, as well as federal, state, and local labor laws. HRIS Proficiency: Experience navigating HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, Oracle, Power BI, Kuali Build ). Analytical Skills: Experience and interest in HR data gathering, reporting, and analysis. Soft Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills. Discretion: Absolute commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality. Preferred Qualifications Certification: SHRM-CP or PHR certification (or actively working toward certification) is highly preferred. Why Join Us? At Davidson, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a collaborative, mission-driven work environment where your contributions directly impact on our community. Additionally, we believe we have a competitive benefits package including an annual 9.5% contribution into your retirement savings plan after 12 months of employment (403B vs. 401K, but very similar); the ability to earn 4 weeks of vacation starting on day one; paid sick leave; after 6 months of employment, a work from home day if you want it; 1/2 day Fridays in the summer; 13 paid holidays including paid time off the week between Christmas and New Years, etc. Information about how to submit an application can be found at https://employment.davidson.edu
