What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist position at Eastern Michigan University?
Eastern Michigan University is a public university with around 13,000 undergraduate and graduate students, offering over 200 majors/minors. The University emphasizes hands-on work experience in its programs through practicums, field work, and internships, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for their careers.
This is a full-time on-site HR Generalist role located in Ypsilanti, MI. The HR Generalist will be responsible for day-to-day HR tasks, such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and HR policies adherence.
- Recruitment, Onboarding, and Employee Relations skills
- Benefits Administration and HR Policy knowledge
- HR Compliance and Employment Law understanding
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational and time management skills
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus
- Experience working in a higher education setting is beneficial