Human Resource Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY

Support the HR Director in day-to-day operations by administering and coordinating all HR functions and activities including On-boarding/Orientation, Training, Recruitment, Employee Relations, etc., and enforcement of University policies and procedures while maintaining an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes all internal paperwork required to fill open positions, i.e. position vacancy authorizations and announcements.
• Reviews job description for accuracy of organizational information. Contacts employees, supervisors, managers etc. to elicit corrections or resolve minor conflicts in information presented.
• Generates job postings, post to approved positions to sites such as NeoGov, university website, and other requested sites such as Indeed, HigherEd, and LinkedIn.
• Monitors all applications received. Accepts and reviews all applications to determine if the minimum qualifications have been met. Ranks the candidates based on those qualifications. Forwards most qualified applicants to the hiring department.
• Generates offer letters for selected candidates. Meets with the candidate to discuss the offer and obtain signature.
• Provides induction documents to new employees providing guidance and general overview of each document. Follows up with employees to ensure new employees complete forms timely.
• Submits paperwork for and payment for employee background checks. Verify employees right to work using EVERIFY.
• Enter new hires into the LAGOV and Banner databases. Issue employee personnel numbers for each system.
• Answers all call & emails internally and externally in regard to open positions.
• Assists in the maintenance of the Human Resources website
• Works with the finance department to ensure that payroll is accurate and processed in a timely manner. Reviews electronic payment authorizations. Enters employee deductions.
• Completes job verifications for both active and separated employees. Provides grievance forms and routine procedural instructions to employees.
• Attends job fairs and other recruitment activities to engage and recruit new employees
• Based on metrics and analysis, makes recommendations for policies and activities to improve the organizational culture including suggestions to attract and hire qualified candidates, to motivate and retain employees, to address staffing issues, and to maintain legal compliance.
• Maintains a database of active employees and new hires.
• Maintains employee records required by Louisiana State Civil Service for classified employees, i.e. position descriptions, evaluations & certifications of compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited college or university
• Two (2) years of professional experience in Human Resources; advanced degree may substitute for experience
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of ethics in communications, records and data collection/analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Strong attention to detail is essential

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Management or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Human Resources experience in a Higher Education environment
• Five (5) or more years of previous professional level HR experience
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

TYPE: Full-time

COMPENSATION: $40,000-$43,888

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins June 22, 2026 and continues until position is filled.

The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment. If you are an internal candidate, please fill out the Internal Employment Application.

Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.