Human Resources Generalist

Founded in 1819 Norwich University is the oldest private military college in the country and the birthplace of the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC). Today we are a diversified academic institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and professional certificates to adult learners online and to Corps and civilian lifestyle students on campus. Norwich faculty and staff challenge all of our students to push themselves academically socially and as leaders. Our graduates build upon their Norwich educations to launch or grow careers and make outsized contributions to their communities the nation and the world.

Norwich University is located in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont only 20 minutes from the state capital Montpelier and three hours from Boston or Montreal. It is a private institution nestled in a rural setting with a campus size of 1200 acres.

Our excellent benefit package includes medical dental vision group life and disability insurances flexible-spending accounts for health and dependent care a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match an employee assistance program paid time off use of the University pool and fitness center and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family members. Some employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program on their Federal Student Aid Direct Loan more information about our benefits visit .

Fulfills the mission of Norwich University by overseeing a broad range of functions including compensation new hire onboarding compliance performance management wellness position control audits and unemployment claims. This role serves as a key point of contact for employees and supports the organization in maintaining a positive and productive workplace.

Hybrid work schedule may be authorized for this position.

Essential Functions

1. Assists in facilitating the day-to-day operations and works closely with HR Coordinators
2. Ensure timely and accurate processing of changes into the HRM system
3. Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation; position reviews; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; recognition and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
4. Maintains position control of exempt and non-exempt positions
5. Coordinates hiring processes for employees
6. Prepares audits reports and surveys to support HR operations and ensure compliance
7. Oversees wellness initiatives.
8. Facilitates employee contracts offer letters and salary increase processes and coordinates with the Finance Department
9. Ensures timely processing of unemployment claims and appeals
10. Evaluates hardware software and processes utilized in HR functions and recommends improvements
11. Trains designated colleagues on compensation payroll and retirement processes
12. Leads or assists with HR projects and initiatives
13. Prepares and delivers written and oral reports briefings or training sessions as required
14. Ensures compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations as well as Norwich University policies and best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
15. Maintains knowledge of trends best practices regulatory changes and new technologies in human resources talent management and employment laws.

Other Functions:

1. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and private information.
2. Communicate with employees students and others in a respectful and clear manner.
3. Serves on University committees councils workgroups or other designated bodies as assigned.
4. Achieves maintains proficiency in and utilizes computers telephones and other job-related equipment including related system and software.
5. Speaks reads and writes in English.
6. Communicates by telephone email letter in person or other means of device.
7. Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

• Bachelors degree required. Bachelors degree in human resources management business or related field preferred. Relevant experience may substitute for some education.
• 2 years of experience in human resources compensation payroll business administration retirement plans or closely related field higher education or non-profit setting.
• Certificate in Human Resources Management SHRM -(S)CP or (S)PHR preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word Excel SharePoint Teams and Outlook). Banner or similar HRMS experience preferred.
• Able to sit squat reach push pull and manipulate related equipment; lift 15 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus.
• Work some evening or weekend hours.

Environmental Conditions

• Indoor work at a computer workstation
• Low level of exposure to noise dust fumes vibrations and temperature changes.

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at for assistance.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship including but not limited to non-immigrant visas such as H1B STEM or F1 now or in the future. A post offer pre-employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.

Please provide a cover letter resume and Norwich application.

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