Human Resources Generalist

Recruitment & Search Processes

• Coordinate and manage search processes from posting to hire including drafting/reviewing job postingsfacilitatingadvertising supporting search committees and ensuringequitableand compliant hiring practices.

• Serve as a resourcetohiring managers on recruitment strategies interview processes and selection procedures.

• Meet withcandidates to review benefits during the interview process andinitiatea strong relationship between prospective hires and Human Resources.

• Ensureaccurateandtimelyprocessing of hiring requests background checks and pre-employment steps.

• Prepare offer letters.
  

Orientation & Onboarding

• Serve as the lead in coordinating and conducting new hire orientation and on-boarding sessions including institution-wide topics HR policy overview and employee resources across campus.

• Serve as a point of contact for new hires during their transition ensuring a welcoming and supportive introduction to the institution.

• Conduct30 90 and 180 daycheck-ins with newly hired individuals to ensure they have what they need to be successful in their roles.
  

Position Management & Compensation

• Partner with supervisors to ensure position design and documentation align with evolving organizational needs.

• Maintain and update position descriptions position records and organizational charts for positions within the portfolio.

• Conduct Fair Labor & Standards Act (FLSA) analyses to properly designate positions as exempt or non-exempt and independent contractor or employee status.

• Process and track changes in position status reporting structures compensation adjustments and reclassifications.

• Ensure position management practices align with institutional standards budget guidelines and internal controls.

• Complete annual compensation surveys and analyses and conduct research as neededregardingmarket compensation data.

Employee Relations Performance Management & Talent Development

• Serve as a trusted first point of contact for employee relations concerns escalating matters to the Chief Human Resources Officer asappropriate.

• Provide guidance to supervisors on performance management workplace expectations and HR policies.

• Support conflict resolution efforts and help promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Conduct personnel investigations as assigned.

• Support and strengthen performance management and feedback practices.

• Coordinate the annual performance review process for staff members.

• Handle unemployment claims fordepartedemployees.

• Conduct exit interviews fordepartingemployees.

• Provide support and leadership for employee recognition events and initiatives.

• Serve as a lead in the coordination and organization of training and employee development programs.

Benefits Administration & Leave Administration

• In conjunction with the Benefits Manager provide support to employeesregardingbenefit enrollment eligibility life event changes and general benefits inquiries.

• In collaboration with the Benefits Manager provide support to employees and supervisors through complex leave situations including FMLA New Jerseyleaveand wage replacement programs ADA accommodations workers compensation and institution-specific leave plans.

General HR Support

• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and support periodic audits and reporting.

• Respond to employment verification requests.

• Monitor the Human Resources email inbox.

• Serve as the backup for other HR department functions as assigned.

• Serve as the lead for managing the institutions HR webpages and online resources.

• Participate in HR initiatives policy updates and continuous process improvement efforts.

• Serve as an advocate for diversity equity and inclusion on campus.

• Provide exceptional customer service to all campus stakeholders and contribute to a collaborative HR team environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree oran equivalentcombination of education and relevant experience.

• 5 years of relevant HR experience preferably in a combination of recruitment and employee relations.

• Knowledge of employment law HR best practices and HR processes.

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy confidentiality and professionalism.

• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and applicant tracking systems.
  

Preferred

• Experience working in a higher education environment.

• Experience with Banner and/or BambooHR.

• HR certification (PHR SHRM-CP or equivalent).
  

Work Environment & Expectations

• Operates in a standard office environment with regular interaction across campus.

• Maintains strict confidentiality and exercises good judgment in handling sensitive information.

• Demonstrates commitment to diversity equity and inclusion in all HR practices.