Senior Human Resources Generalist

Overview

Job ID: 38135682
Category: Human Resources
Organization: Facilities Planning Design & Const
Department: FS Administration Dept
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Salary: $75,900 - $137,300
Date Posted: 2026-10-16
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Other Information: Qalifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No; UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

The full salary range for the Senior Human Resources Generalist is $75,900.00 - $137,300.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $95,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. The Senior Human Resources Generalist is part of the Administrative Services and Strategic Executive Team (ASSET) and serves as a senior generalist supporting Facilities Services. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Human Resources, the Sr. HR Generalist is responsible for a variety of human resources duties in support of organizational management. This position serves as a point of contact for a diverse workforce composed of custodial, groundskeeping, and skilled trades, responding to inquiries, requests, and concerns. Provides high-level analytical and administrative support in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Human Resources in the implementation and delivery of HR services and programs, including full-cycle recruitment, first- tier employee relations concerns, job description development, salary actions, payroll, training and development, report & data analysis, along with yearly cyclical HR programs such performance management program administration. This position requires a high degree attention to details and strong collaboration in the delivery of HR services partnering with central Human Resources, F&A departments, ASSET PWA - our payroll shared services unit, and other centralized university units, all while maintaining the strictest confidentiality. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Advanced degree in related area.

Experience

• 4 - 7 years of related experience.
• Experience administering performance management programs.
• Experience developing job descriptions
• Experience implementing HR programs in a unionized environment.
• Experience developing job descriptions within a classification system.
• Experience administering HR programs in a university setting.

Minimum Requirements

Ability to extract data from systems and the ability to analyze, validate and prepare consolidated reports using tools such as pivot tables and formulas within Microsoft Excel. Has thorough knowledge of human resources concepts, policies and procedures, employment practices, labor relations, salary administration, training and other areas of human resources. Demonstrated ability to handle very difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively. Possesses strong analytical, active listening and critical thinking skills. Demonstrates skill in prioritizing competing work assignments, employing political acumen and integrating information to determine appropriate courses of action and their implications. Possesses strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. Is skilled in communicating clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to independently gather and analyze data, performing sound judgment and decision making. Ability to organize work, establish priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to extract data from systems and the ability to analyze, validate and prepare consolidated reports using tools such as pivot tables and formulas within Microsoft Excel. Has thorough knowledge of human resources concepts, policies and procedures, employment practices, labor relations, salary administration, training and other areas of human resources. Demonstrated ability to handle very difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively. Possesses strong analytical, active listening and critical thinking skills. Demonstrates skill in prioritizing competing work assignments, employing political acumen and integrating information to determine appropriate courses of action and their implications. Possesses strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. Is skilled in communicating clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to independently gather and analyze data, performing sound judgment and decision making. Ability to organize work, establish priorities and meet deadlines.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Certification Requirements

• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
• Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) - Certified Professional (CP)
• California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Labor Relations Academy Masters Certification (CLRM)

Job Description Details

General Information

Job Title: HR GENERALIST 3 CX
Job Code: 005396
Grade: 173
Department Head: Veronica Ruiz
Supervisor: Tian Matthews

Generic Scope

Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope

Uses professional HR concepts as a seasoned, experienced professional to apply organization policies and procedures to resolve the full range of HR-related issues. Works on problems that are diverse and complex in scope, where analysis of situations require a review of a variety of factors. Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day assignments with some guidance provided on new projects.

Department Custom Scope

The Senior Human Resources Generalist is part of the Administrative Services and Strategic Executive Team (ASSET) and serves as a senior generalist supporting Facilities Services. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Human Resources, the Sr. HR Generalist is responsible for a variety of human resources duties in support of organizational management. This position serves as a point of contact for a diverse workforce composed of custodial, groundskeeping, and skilled trades, responding to inquiries, requests, and concerns. Provides high-level analytical and administrative support in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Human Resources in the implementation and delivery of HR services and programs, including full-cycle recruitment, first- tier employee relations concerns, job description development, salary actions, payroll, training and development, report & data analysis, along with yearly cyclical HR programs such performance management program administration. This position requires a high degree attention to details and strong collaboration in the delivery of HR services partnering with central Human Resources, F&A departments, ASSET PWA - our payroll shared services unit, and other centralized university units, all while maintaining the strictest confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Advises all levels of managers, supervisors, and employees in developing job descriptions, resolving benefits issues, and providing guidance on compensation programs, personnel policies and procedures.
• Develops/analyzes salary offer recommendations. Performs preliminary job analysis in connection with position reviews e.g., equities, reclassifications, promotions, etc. and in connection with reorganizations and recruitments. Conducts analyses and makes recommendations in accordance with policy, campus local procedures, collective bargaining agreements, organizational unit procedures, state/federal laws, and governing regulatory agencies.
• 30% Reviews resumes and applications and interviews applicants for a full range of staff positions. Manages the recruitment process for all levels. Reviews or oversees the review of resumes and applications and participates in the applicant interview process. Serves as a strategist for successfully attracting, recruiting, and retaining top-tier talent for supported units; responsible for developing comprehensive recruitment strategies. Develops job descriptions in consultation with division/department management.
• 25% Provides support to departments in administering policies and programs in the areas of employment, labor relations, wage and salary administration, training, and other areas of HR.
• 10% Prioritizes work assignments, conducts complex HR trends analyses and develops resulting recommendations.
• Gathers, analyzes and formats a variety of data including, recruitment reports, compensation reports, staff rosters, and other ad hoc reports as needed; Prepares and summarizes information and/or recommendations.
• 10% Supports key initiatives through the development, administration and assessment of HR services and procedures including the STAR Award program and annual performance management process. Participates in work groups, committees, and attends trainings related to HR activities, leave administration, and payroll. Performs other duties as assigned.
• 10% Counsels department managers and supervisors on employee and labor policies, procedures, and appropriate practices.
• Works in consultation with the Assistant Director of Human Resources and Central Human Resources (HR) Employee and Labor Relations and other Central HR units.
• 5% Manages sensitive and confidential information and maintain records for equal employment opportunity and affirmative action reporting requirements.
• Works collaboratively to maintain internal controls and confidentiality of a wide variety of personnel and HR documents, including personnel files, medical files, performance management documents, payroll documents, and recruitment documents.
• 5% Assists with the bi-weekly and monthly payroll process which may require auditing, reporting, and escalating complex payroll issues to campus partners, as appropriate. Works collaboratively with the Assistant Director and serves as a timekeeping system administrator for Facilities Services. May provide troubleshooting and training support to supervisors and other administrators in the unit.
• 5%

Special Conditions

• Must successful pass a background check prior to hire.
• Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development.

UCR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce diversity.