HR Generalist

Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Human Resources (HR), the HR Generalist at the University of Alabama System Office (UAS) serves as a key contributor to the human resources team by providing comprehensive support across all areas of HR. This role focuses on fostering a supportive work environment, ensuring compliance with System Office policies and regulations, and delivering exceptional service to employees and leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Serve as the initial HR contact to provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Coordinate the recruitment process, including posting job openings, screening applicants, and assisting hiring managers
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding programs to ensure new employees have a seamless transition into and out of the organization
• Provide extensive support to employees related to benefits, work with vendors to resolve benefit issues, and coordinate annual benefits enrollment
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and System Office regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, EEO, and ADA
• Support employee development by coordinating training programs and workshops as well as managing the performance management platform
• Maintain HR systems to ensure data accuracy and functionality; use HR systems to generate reports and metrics to support decision-making and identify trends
• Contribute to HR initiatives such as wellness activities and employee engagement strategies
• Participate in system-wide projects and provide HR expertise as needed
• Contribute to strategic growth of the department through process improvement, continuing education, and employee communication strategies

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least three years of professional experience in human resources, preferably in a higher education or public sector environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification.
• Experience working in a university or system office environment.
• Familiarity with isolved or other HRIS platforms.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and applicable laws/regulations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sedentary Work:involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• The HR Generalist will work primarily on-site at the UA System Office in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, with occasional travel to other campuses or locations as required.

Note to applicant: Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and complete contact information for three professional references who will be contacted only with the candidate's permission. Final salary will be commensurate with the overall qualifications of the selected final candidate.

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama System is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected vets and individuals with disabilities.

Application Deadline: 11:59p on February 23, 2025