What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00221PO25
Job Family
Human Resources
Job Function
General Human Resources
USC Market Title
Human Resources Manager
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133116
Job Level
P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Human Resources Manager
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Arnold School of Public Health
Department
ASPH Health Promotion, Education and Behavior
State Pay Band
6
Approved Starting Salary
$49,396
Advertised Salary Range
$49,396- $74,094
Location of Vacancy
SC
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Human Resources/Legal
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Human Resources Manager will serve as the Human Resources Manager for the Department of Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior (HPEB) within the Arnold School of Public Health. This position is responsible for managing and coordinating human resources actions, onboarding, and hiring for all HPEB departmental hires, and coordinates faculty searches. Provides guidance to department faculty, staff, graduate and undergraduate students ensuring compliance with federal, state, and University policies and procedures.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and 1 years of human resources experience or a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of Human Resources experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing policies and procedures.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Manages and initiates human resources actions for temporary/adjuncts, staff positions, and student employees. Initiates HR actions in the HCM Peoplesoft system to include action such as job changes, additional pays, additional assignments, status changes, reappointments, separations/terminations, etc.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30%
Job Duty
Manages and initiates actions in PeopleAdmin such as position description creation and updates; creating and submitting job ads/postings to the College for approval; creating and submitting hiring
proposals to the College for approval. Works with the HPEB Business Manager in the department to coordinate and process Summer ECOM actions. Reviews all HR documents
prior to Department Chair approval. Monitors and maintains information needed for actions associated with international faculty members or research scholars. Maintains and coordinates the completion of onboarding new hires for HPEB and processes the I-9.
proposals to the College for approval. Works with the HPEB Business Manager in the department to coordinate and process Summer ECOM actions. Reviews all HR documents
prior to Department Chair approval. Monitors and maintains information needed for actions associated with international faculty members or research scholars. Maintains and coordinates the completion of onboarding new hires for HPEB and processes the I-9.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30%
Job Duty
Serves as the TL/ABS Approver for the HPEB department. Provides troubleshooting and guidance to HPEB faculty, staff, graduate, and undergraduate students ensuring compliance with federal, state, and University policies and procedures. Trains staff and faculty on inputting time and leave. Keeps faculty and staff appraised of policy and procedure updates and compensation guideline changes.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10%
Job Duty
Coordinates the faculty hire process. The HPEB Human Resources Manager will be responsible for submitting job advertisements to the College level for approval. Coordinates recruitment efforts for staff and faculty ads online and/or print venues. Will work with the search committees and assist in preparing and coordinating interview schedules, collecting letters of recommendation, and ensuring the information is available for search committee review and all materials are posted on Blackboard.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10%
Job Duty
Coordinates the annual and off-cycle Employee Performance Management
System (EPMS) review processes and the Performance Feedback Assessment for non-covered employees. Assists in the advisement of supervisors in the department, as
needed, on the required procedures and paperwork to ensure they are in
compliance with College and University policies and procedures. Review EPMS
documents for accuracy before submitting to the College for approval and final
processing.
System (EPMS) review processes and the Performance Feedback Assessment for non-covered employees. Assists in the advisement of supervisors in the department, as
needed, on the required procedures and paperwork to ensure they are in
compliance with College and University policies and procedures. Review EPMS
documents for accuracy before submitting to the College for approval and final
processing.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10%
Job Duty
Maintains personnel files for the department which include hard copy and electronic. Generates reports for the Business Managers and Chair of the department as
requested. Compile faculty and staff data for merit raises or other faculty reviews as
needed.
requested. Compile faculty and staff data for merit raises or other faculty reviews as
needed.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5%
Job Duty
Completes special HR-related projects for HPEB as assigned.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5%
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
04/16/2025
Job Open Date
03/21/2025
Job Close Date
05/05/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by May 5, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/184924
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $49,396 - $74,094
