Human Resources Generalist

To be considered for this role, submit applications at: https://belmont.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/10/home/requisition/4080?c=belmont

The HR Generalist is responsible for partnering strategically with leadership and employees to support University goals and initiatives which foster employee engagement, development, performance, and improves the employee experience. Through a broad range of human resources activities this role delivers value-added service to management and employees. This role is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, honoring employee experiences and perspectives, and strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

• Partner with leaders to align Human Resources practices with university and department/college strategy and identify potential barriers to goal attainment.
• Provide general Human Resources support to staff and faculty to answer human resources questions and assist with HR policies and procedures.
• Perform data entry for new hires, transfers and exiting employees in Banner and CSOD systems, and verify accuracy of data through audits and query generation.
• Design and deliver professional training activities to assigned departments/colleges.
• Perform staff job audits, analyze salary survey information, recommend appropriate classification, and draft written analysis for position and compensation placement.
• Respond to questions regarding HR related issues and follow up to ensure resolution. Maintain confidentiality of employee issues and integrity of records.
• Provide advice to supervisors and employees to resolve specific problems relating to coaching, counseling, and progressive discipline with particular attention to dispute resolution issues.
• First point of contact for employee relations concerns; conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations; makes recommendations regarding resolution.
• Ensure compliance based on accurate interpretation of federal and state policies and regulations.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
• Participates in on-campus committees and teams as appropriate.  Assists with special Human Resources projects as needed and other Human Resources duties as assigned.
• Track and engage the Interactive Process for ADA Accommodation requests.
• Serve as Title IX investigator as needed.

• The above statements describe the jobs essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources or related area or equivalent experience. Master’s degree in related field and/or Human Resources certification preferred (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, etc).

Experience: Three plus years progressively responsible human resources experience.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Must have overall knowledge of professional human resources practices, with strong understanding of all aspects of recruiting and employment law and regulations.
• Must have strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be well organized and have the ability to handle multiple simultaneous demands in a changing environment.
• Ability to discern and protect the confidentiality and sensitivity of information and situations.
• Ability to use good judgment, strong human relations skills, and decision-making capabilities.
• Must possess highly effective communication skills. Ability to conduct accurate research and concisely summarize information. 
• Proficient use of a PC with demonstrated working knowledge of computer software applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn and use administrative software programs (i.e. Ellucian, CSOD).
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Campus and Community discounts
• Vacation, Sick, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Holidays