Human Resources Generalist

Job Summary

• Counsels academic and/or staff employees and management on various human resources (HR) topics and functions; communicates and shares understanding of various human resource policies, procedures, laws, standards, and other government regulations
• Researches, responds to, and addresses various employee relation issues such as Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employee complaints, workers compensation, etc.
• Develops in-depth knowledge and skill in various HR functions, in addition to growing knowledge in HR policies, procedures, and legal requirements to provide quality HR guidance to academic and/or staff employees and managers
• Develops a thorough understanding of the operational strategy and culture for recruitment coordinator, school or department
• Contributes and/or manages various academic and/or staff HR activities, projects, or initiatives, such as recruitment, onboarding, engagement, or performance management
• Researches and stays up-to-date on relevant academic and/or HR topics
• May conduct research and analysis for local/department HR team or centers of expertise (COE) partners and develops solutions and recommends course of action
• May lead small projects or activities

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's degree
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in human resources

WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred: Some experience in human resources or a related field

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Preferred: Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional/Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-CP/PHR) within 1 year from date of hire

SKILLS
Required: Strong verbal communication and listening skills; Effective interpersonal skills; Excellent collaboration and team building skills; Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents; Proactively approaches responsibilities; Knowledge of human resources policies; Exhibits understanding of Federal and State employment law