Human Resources Generalist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by: December 18, 2024
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: January 2, 2025
Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: Finance and Administration/Human Resources
Compensation (commensurate with experience): $3,732-$4,290 monthly / $44,784-$51,480 annually
FLSA Status: Exempt
Appointment Basis: 12-month
Time Type: Full-time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Renewable
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: No
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Work Location Type: On-campus
Work Hours: M-F (8:00a – 5:00p) Hours are subject to change with notice.
Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.
• For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.
• To view SOU’s very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit https://inside.sou.edu/assets/hrs/Benefits/Benefit_Flyer/2024_Prospective_Candidate_Benefit_Overview_012024.pdf
• Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator, https://inside.sou.edu/hrs/comp-calc.html, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employees.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Human Resource Services is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering a wide range of personnel programs within the guidelines provided by State and Federal regulations. Human Resources supports institutional goals by providing consultative services on staff recruitment and employment, classification and compensation, benefits and leaves, employee and labor relations, training and development, and the fundamental application of policies and procedures.

While reporting to the Associate Director of Human Resources and working independently under general supervision, The HR Generalist requires an on-campus presence that models service excellence daily to all customers seeking comprehensive personnel program guidance. The position applies sound judgement in resolving complex analytical and administrative issues in support of HR operations, onboarding, and the processing of employment actions.

Minimum Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university and two years of progressively responsible experience in human resources or similar field. A graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Excellent facilitation skills, including large group facilitation. Demonstrated experience developing and delivering presentations and facilitating meetings concerning complex content.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in human resources management. Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude. Successful experience working in higher education, preferably in a collective bargaining environment. Working knowledge of web-based recruiting, onboarding and position management systems.
• Classification/Compensation experience.

Essential Functions

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