HR Generalist Position Available In Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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HR Generalist
Closes 25-Apr-2025 (CST)
500 University Boulevard East, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA
Salary
Full Time

Benefits Eligible 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 benefits, policies, procedures, and best practices
Coordinate the recruitment process, including posting job openings, screening applicants, assisting hiring managers, and proper disposition of candidates
Oversee onboarding and offboarding programs, including new employee orientation, to ensure 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 standards of practice, 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
Experience with compensation and classification
Experience with developing and managing recruitment programs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of HR benefits, principles, practices, and applicable laws/regulations
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders
Commitment to professionalism, discretion, and integrity in all interactions and responsibilities
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. This posting will close at 11:59p.m. CST on Friday, April 25, 2025.