Human Resources Job Subfamilies

Designs, implements, assesses, and administers the University's employee relations policies and practices related to performance management, employee development, employee engagement, attendance, and responding to employee concerns. Supports employee relations needs by providing consultative and training services to managers/supervisors and employees. Communicates and interprets human resources policies and procedures for managers and employees.

Responsible for employee services and operations of the Human Resource functional area within the institution.

Develops, manages, coordinates, administers, and implements the University's human resource strategy so that the University attracts, manages, develops, and retains the employees it needs to achieve its current and future objectives. May serve as an advisor liaison and functional expert on human resources activities, policies and procedures for an assigned college, division, or department. May perform responsibilities across multiple HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, total rewards, performance management, training and development, and HR administration to support the overall goals of the organization.

Ensures all interactions with staff, faculty or students are positive and that employees feel valued. Provides critical day-to-day operational support, helping to create a more positive and efficient work setting for employees. Serves as the first point of contact for employees who have general Human Resources questions and provides support and services to new faculty, staff and students by ensuring required onboarding documentation is completed timely and accurately. Helps new employees become familiar with the university and its processes and systems, and prepares them with the tools, information, and resources needed to begin their employment with the university. Manages and maintains accurate and current employee records and other compliance documentation, generates reports, and maintains confidentiality and compliance with confidential records.

Dedicated to the continuous review, updating, and maintenance of the institution’s HR policies. In collaboration with the General Counsel's Office, the Office of Equal Opportunity and Compliance (OEOC), and other key stakeholders, ensures that all HR policies are current, legally compliant, and aligned with the institution's strategic objectives. Provides oversight of the operation of several critical policies, including background checks, protection of minors, and hiring of NRAs. Supports the institution in fostering a fair and efficient workplace environment.

Develops and implements recruitment and selection strategies for the institution. Coordinates activities for organizational recruiting such as placing job announcements, attending job fairs, performing pre-employment screenings and verifications. May advise on issues of concern and university hiring policies, fair recruitment procedures and general employment law (Title VII, ADA, Fair Labor Standard Act, etc.) as it pertains to talent acquisition and onboarding.

Develops and implements training and career development policies and programs. Reviews the University's structures, processes, and long-term plans, implements training and career development programs, designs and manages the University's performance measurement system, plans for leadership and management succession, and conducts employee research.

Designs, implements, assesses, and administers compensation, classification, benefits and leaves programs, processes, and policies. Provides governance structure, guidelines, benchmarking and analytics to promote and maintain integrity, structure, and consistency to all total reward categories for employees.