Job Title:

Human Resources Generalist, Job Class:

Administrative, Department:

Human Resources Department, Reports to: Director of Human Resources & Legal Affairs, FLSA status: Exempt Applications preferred by February 4, 2022 but position will be posted until filled.

SUMMARY:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties and working closely with the Director of HR in supporting the University. The position must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. This position is responsible for enhancing department functions with a focus on employee training (developing, planning, and implementing), onboarding, and employee orientation programs, and implementing maintaining the University policy manual. The position will also have responsibilities related to employee relations, performance management, recruitment/employment, and employment law compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsible for developing, implementing, and tracking employee training. Training will include online and live training presentations. Training topics will include compliance, best practices, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Also responsible for multi-cultural awareness and sensitivity programing. Coordinates the employee life cycle experience. Conducts recruitment effort for employees and new-employee orientations. Will coordinate with our HR Coordinator to develop and ensure our onboarding/employee orientation and offboarding programs (including exit interviews) are based on best practices. Conduct employee opinion surveys. Will review, improve and implement our performance management system. With the assistance of the Benefits Manager, will implement and track our FML program and may oversee related programs of STD and LTD. Will cross-train with our HR Coordinator, benefits manager, and others to ensure continuity of operations. Assists with employee relations including coaching and conducting employee investigations (with written reports with recommendations) Works with the Director on implementing the University ADA policy. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the department and services performed. Prepares and maintains University policies and procedures manual. Implement and coordinate HR programs supporting organizational strategic objectives for creating and maintaining a model work place, including but not limited to, promotional career advancement programs, employee participation and input vehicles, and management development and training. Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment. Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. General knowledge of employment laws and practices Ability to prioritize workload, multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational skills Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with multiple levels of internal and external customers Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality Problem Solving/Analysis Project Management Ethical Conduct Time Management Otterbein University requires all employees to receive a

COVID-19

vaccine or have a medial or religious exemption approved by the University HR Director. Proof of vaccination or an approved exemption must be submitted to the University Human Resources department prior to the employees start date. Finalist candidates who would like to request information regarding religious and medical exemptions will be directed to the HR Director Scott Fitzgerald for details. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

A bachelor's degree and four to six years of human resource experience. A minimum of 3 years of higher education experience preferred; Compensation management experience preferred. Experience working with a diverse work force and a track record of embracing and promoting different perspectives enabled through culture, experience, and values.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

SHRM Certification preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must demonstrate professional level oral and written communications skills including grammar.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must be competent in general math.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, sit, reach and use repetitive motions of hands and wrists. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or bend. The employee must occasionally lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds and occasionally push and/or pull up to 20 pounds. This position requires close vision. Must be able to meet regular and predictable attendance standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty. Otterbein University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Otterbein University is committed to providing a welcoming environment free from unlawful discrimination. To this end, the University prohibits any form of discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, creed, marital status, partnership status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, military status, or any other legally protected status in its programs and activities. However, the University's commitment to a nondiscriminatory environment is not intended to abridge unduly its commitment to academic freedom, free speech, or its educational mission. Inquiries or complaints regarding any form of discrimination or harassment may be directed to: Scott Fitzgerald Director of Human Resources 614.823.1130

UNIVERSITY SUMMARY:

Historically progressive and building. That is the hallmark of Otterbein University and those connected to this private university nestled in the picturesque, historic Uptown Westerville district in central Ohio and minutes away from Columbus, Ohio's largest city. Otterbein has set the pace by providing an educational experience that is progressive, innovative, and inclusive. Students come from towns throughout Ohio, as well as many states and multiple countries, enriching the campus through their individual and collective diversity. As a university that educates students of various racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, we strive for and value a diverse faculty and staff that reflects our student population and Franklin County. Otterbein has been selected as one of 23 universities across the US and the first in Ohio to host a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Campus Center. Otterbein will work with its own campus community as well as the Columbus City and Westerville City school districts to create positive narrative change about race; promote racial healing activities; and erase structural barriers to equity and opportunity.