Senior Human Resources Generalist

Thank you for your interest in employment with Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), System Administration and System Computing Services. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

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The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Senior Human Resources Generalist. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Senior Manager of Human Resources. The position will be physically located in either Reno or Las Vegas, Nevada.

The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions: three universities, four community colleges and a research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth with significant opportunities in serving over 105,000 students and 15,000 employees.

The Senior Human Resources Generalist reports directly to the Senior Manager of Human Resources and supports the efforts of both the Senior Manager and the Chief Human Resources Officer in delivering comprehensive, service-oriented HR support to System Administration. The position administers a broad range of human resources functions, including recruitment and talent acquisition, benefits administration, leave management, employee relations, and classification and compensation support.

The role also manages HR transactions and records within Workday, supports onboarding and new hire orientation, and assists with performance evaluation processes, training initiatives, and employee engagement efforts. This position is expected to ensure efficient HR operations, maintain compliance with policies and procedures, and provide guidance to employees and management in support of NSHE’s organizational objectives.

SALARY/GRADE: This position offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with the candidate’s education, experience, and certification/training. In addition to base salary*, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additionally, an employer paid long term disability plan is included.

• Outstanding Retirement Plan: professional employees are required to participate in the 401(a) Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA). Employee contributions of 19.25% are matched 100% by the employer and employees experience an immediate vesting in the plan. Employees who currently or previously participated in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada may be eligible to continue in the PERS plan.

• Paid Leave: generous annual leave (accrual of 2 days per month), sick leave (granted 30 days at time of hire), 12 paid holidays, and paid family leave.  

• Education Benefit: employees and their qualified dependents may take advantage of a tuition savings benefit. Faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate and their dependents may access an unlimited number of credits, if they meet specific criteria.

• Additional Perks: Employee assistance programs and professional development opportunities.

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