Culinary Services Unit Human Resources Administrator IIS

Position Summary

The Human Resources Administrator for Culinary Services (CS) oversees and administers all human resource functions for the Culinary Services division of Residential and Hospitality Services (RHS). Serving as a strategic partner and key member of the CS leadership team this role contributes to planning discussions workforce initiatives andlong-termorganizational development. Supporting over 2700 team members the manageris responsible forall aspects of hiring and onboarding for regular and temporary staff ensuring alignment with university HR policies and procedures. This position plays a pivotal role in overseeing HR operations across diverse food service environments acting as a crucial link between management and employees. The role focuses on attracting andretainingtalent ensuring legal and contractual compliance and fostering a positive inclusive andhigh performingwork environment within the unique demands of the hospitality industry. As the primary liaison between RHS Human Resources CS leadership and MSU Human Resources the managerprovidesexpert guidance on policy interpretation and HR processes.

Partner closely with supervisors and managers to developaccurate compelling job postings that reflect operational needs and align with organizational classification standards.
Prepare andsubmitPosition Management Committee (PMC) requests and staffing forms within EBS ensuring all documentation is complete compliant and aligned with approved staffing plans.
Maintain monitor and track job postings inPageUp overseeing applicantworkflowand ensuring hiring recommendations are processed ina timelyand compliant manner.
Administer comprehensive onboarding processes for new hires including I9 verification coordination of mandatory training scheduling lift tests whenrequired and ensuring completion of all internal onboarding tasks and procedures.
Complete termination documentation coordinateseparationworkflows and initiate exit interview processes to support continuous improvement and workforce insights.

Facilitate and process reclassification requests by gathering documentation evaluating job responsibilities and ensuring alignment with HR policies and compensation frameworks.

Process HR SAP updates including employee data changes position updates and pay adjustments whilemaintainingdata accuracy and confidentiality.
Ensure prompt submission of workplace injury reports workers compensation documentation and follow-up materialsin accordance withuniversity and regulatory requirements.
Process wage and salaryincreases verifying eligibility criteria and ensuringtimelyimplementation within payroll cycles.
Interpret and apply MSU and RHS policies union contracts employment regulations and compliance standards advising leadership and employees on correct procedures and obligations.

Consult with leadership teams toidentify analyze and address HR-related issues offering strategic recommendations and solutions that support operational goals.
Participatein workforce planning initiatives contributing HR data insights and forecasting to support organizational strategyand staffingsustainability.
Assistwith organizational restructuring efforts including assessing staffing impacts updating position structures and coordinating communication and implementation steps.

Oversee HR processes and workflows across the division to ensure consistency efficiency and compliance with established standards.
Support division-wide training communication strategies and information-sharing efforts to enhance employee understanding of HR policies procedures and resources.
Manage workflow across the full Talent Management lifecycleincluding recruitment onboarding performance processes and offboardingto ensure seamless high-quality HR operations.

All positions in RHS are designated as critical the event of a university closure modification or suspension of operations due to snow or other emergency conditions you will be expected to make all reasonable attempts to report to work as scheduled for the duration of the closure/suspension. If you have an approved remote work agreement to work a portion of your normally scheduled work hours remotely you may be called upon to work on-site to serve the MSU community. If you have a permanent on-going and/or pervasive condition that may impede your ability to work on-site please contact the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD) at Requirements

A bachelors degree in human resources business administration or related field; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in managing human resource functions designing and implementing training programs and human resource/labor relations management and computer applications; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Masters degree in HR Business Administration or related field; professional certification in HR; experience with human resources software such as SAP/EBS.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter resume and 3 professional references

Work Hours

Monday-Friday 8a-5p; occasional evenings or weekends depending on business needs

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Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding Eligibility ends January 27 2026 at 11:55 PM