Senior HR Generalist, Texas McCombs

Job Posting Title:

Senior HR Generalist, Texas McCombs

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Hiring Department:

Red McCombs School of Business

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands-on experiences alongside the ground-breaking research and thought-leadership of a world-class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human-centered and future-focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world.

For more information about the McCombs School of Business please visit https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/

Purpose

The Senior HR Generalist will support the full employment lifecycle of Texas McCombs staff members through daily operations and implementation of strategic priorities.  Reporting to the HR Director, this position will contribute to an environment of continuous learning through employee engagement initiatives, manager training and development, and will serve as a trusted advisor to staff members.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation, coaching and partnership to Texas McCombs managers, departments, and leadership on HR operations, including performance management, staffing needs, position description development, and classification reviews in accordance with University policies and procedures, Texas McCombs practices as well as federal and state regulations
• Partner with Texas McCombs stakeholders to develop and implement trainings and engagement activities that align with the Texas McCombs strategic plan and fosters an environment of continuous learning. 
• Manage approval processes and a high volume of electronic business processes in Workday that encompass the full staff lifecycle. Review timesheets and coordinate extended leaves in accordance with McCombs practices and University policy as well as state regulations.
• Communicate and administer University policies, regularly respond to inquiries from employees and managers regarding all aspects of employment, and provide referrals to appropriate campus resources

• Support the Texas McCombs Annual Staff Awards recognition event and other key McCombs HR activities related to faculty and student employment

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of progressive Human Resources responsibilities
• Excellent knowledge of human resources laws, regulations, and best practices
• Demonstrated success as a customer service-oriented team player
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to both create strong rapport with, and successfully advise, staff members at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to manage projects, improve processes and lead projects to completion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and applications in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience working with confidential information and providing support to customers using discretion.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM or PHR certification. Experience with human resources in a university environment or similarly matrixed organization.

• Experience with Workday and comfort learning new technologies.

Salary Range

$65,000 - $75,000

Working Conditions

• Works in standard office conditions with repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of work visas.

• This is an Austin, TX-based position and is eligible for hybrid work.

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job app