Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

POSITION: Human Resources Generalist

SUPERVISOR: Human Resources Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Office of Human Resources

LOCATION: On-campus located in Tiffin OH

JOB TYPE: Full-time

Tiffin University (TU) was founded in 1888 and offers accredited undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration criminal justice social sciences creative and media arts humanities education sciences technology and health. The Universitys campus in Tiffin Ohio blends traditional historic and modern buildings creating a vibrant and welcoming educational community for its students faculty and staff. Students can pursue associate undergraduate and graduate programs both on campus and online as well as at Terra State Community College. In addition TU offers Bachelor in Business Administration and Master of Business Administration degrees in Bucharest Romania and educational opportunities for students from Switzerland and Latin America. The University also provides an online Ph.D. program in Global Leadership and Change.

The main campus in Tiffin is a beautiful 153-acre blend of traditional historic and modern buildings that create a vibrant and warm home for an educational community. We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in business in Bucharest Romania. From academic programs in sports and recreation management to homeland security/terrorism communication and management TU offers more than 40 majors through on-campus and online learning resulting in real advantages for our students.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Tiffin University is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our HR team. The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the Human Resources Specialist and the Vice President of Human Resources in supporting designated Human Resources assignments to ensure efficient and effective HR operations across all areas of the department. The Human Resources Generalist carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: administrative support HRIS management employee records benefits administration employee relations training performance management audits recruitment and onboarding policy implementation affirmative action employment law compliance and other related HR tasks. The Human Resources Generalist promotes our Guiding Principles through collaboration with key stakeholders throughout the University.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department and the HR Specialist.
• Establishes maintains and updates employee records personnel files and benefit records to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Maintains compliance with federal state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
• Serves as an administrator for the HRIS system of record and supports HRIS data entry maintenance and reporting.
• Coordinate and support employee benefit programs including enrollments changes and troubleshooting employee inquiries.
• Designs and distributes materials for benefits orientations open enrollment and summary plan descriptions.
• Performs benefits administration including claims administration change reporting filing invoices for payment and communicating benefits information to employees.
• Works with external vendors and partners to effectively administer the Universitys benefits programs and to develop new programs.
• Assist in the recruitment efforts for exempt and non-exempt personnel including job postings applicant screening interview scheduling and new hire processing.
• Responsible for the entire onboarding process including background checks reference checks payroll onboarding creation of offer letters and completion of onboarding paperwork through the HRIS system.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation processes.
• Launch track and assist with sign-off and updating all new and current employee job descriptions.
• Responsible for activities associated with the employee exit process including exit interviews terminating access controls and property retrieval.
• Assist in training logistics and documentation.
• Participate in internal HR audits and help ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws.
• Respond to general HR-related inquiries from employees and management.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion.
• Support the HR Specialist and leadership team in various projects and initiatives.
• Assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures.
• Prepares and maintains the employee handbook and the policies and procedures manual on the portal.
• Participates in developing department goals objectives and systems.
• Tracks and launches the performance evaluation and 90-day evaluation programs for audit compliance and revises as necessary.
• Tracks all department purchases and handles the departments expense reports.
• Assist the Vice President of Human Resources with IPEDS and AAUP surveys.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.
• Maintains the University employee directory.
• Assists in the evaluation of reports decisions and results of the department in relation to established goals.
• Recommends new approaches policies and procedures to continually improve the efficiency of the department and services performed.
• May serve as a Title IX investigator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/ABILITIES FOR THE JOB

Education

• A bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field is required.
• A masters degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field is preferred.

Experience

• 2 years of professional experience working in a human resources support role.

Other

• Working knowledge of HR principles practices and employment laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook).
• Experience with HRIS systems (Paylocity) strongly preferred.
• Excellent listening and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to develop and maintain effective collaborative professional relationships with staff and faculty colleagues.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically.
• Understanding of and commitment to Tiffin Universitys Vision Mission and Values.

TIFFIN UNIVERSITY SPONSORED BENEFITS

Tiffin University offers excellent benefits. All full-time employees of Tiffin University are eligible for our full-time benefits package which includes medical dental and vision insurance Health Savings Account with employer incentive contribution Employer Paid and Supplemental Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 403b Retirement with Employer Match Time Off (annual and sick leave) Observed Holidays Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Interdependence: Fosters collaboration

Communication: Strong decision-making and communication skills

Accountability: Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with the Universitys mission and values

Respect: Creates an engaging collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.

Entrepreneurship: Influences and Inspires

EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

VISION STATEMENT The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to professional practice.

CORE VALUES The values of Interdependence Communication Accountability Respect and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of candidates all employment decisions are made without regard to race sex or other protected characteristics.

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer