Human Resources Generalist

Westfield, MA, United States

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist provides human resources consultation with leaders and staff to facilitate the delivery of strategic and operational human resources programs and services that supports and advances the University’s mission.

Primary Responsibilities

Plans, develops and implements recruitment and talent acquisition strategies including the recruitment, screening, selection, placement, and hiring of qualified and diverse staff for positions across the University.

Consults with department partners to resolve complex HR issues and respond accordingly to managers and employees.

Serves as liaison between management, staff and applicants regarding University policies, employment policies and practices.

Consults with supervisors and staff on a variety of employee relations matters; leads or participates in investigations, and provide objective recommendations for appropriate action and resolution.

Actively works to support University compliance with local, state, and federal laws and statutes related to employment.

Additional Examples of Work Performed

Leads and/or coordinates a variety of HR-related initiatives and projects

Lead or facilitate presentations/trainings in large and small group settings

Represent Human Resources on University-wide committees and task-forces

All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in Human Resources required.

Previous full-cycle recruitment experience required (sourcing through onboarding).

Demonstrated experience in investigating and resolving complex employee relations issues.

Knowledge of local, state and federal employment law and regulations.

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

SHRM-CP/SCP, or PHR/SPHR certification preferred

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment.

Show initiative and work independently with little supervision.

Maintain composure intense work environment related to meeting deadlines, conflict resolution, dealing with potential volatile situations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Knowledge of Human Resources areas such as benefits, compensation administration, talent acquisition, employee relations, HRIS, and training.

Exceptional computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, and database).

Attention to details, accuracy and precision.

Ability to be attentive to details, be accurate, be precise.

Ability to lead/teach and mentor others.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Ability to show initiative; organize workflow; manage one or more projects; and handle frequent interruptions.

Able to lead, teach, influence and motivate employees on all levels of the organization.

Able to reason/analyze; maintain confidentiality.

Able to handle frequent interruptions, multi-task and organize workflow, and manage multiple projects.

Additional Information

Augsburg University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact the Human Resources department by phone at 612.330.1058 or email at [email protected]. Human Resources is located at 20 Memorial Hall.

Application Instructions: All applicants must attach the following for consideration:

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (required)

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: [email protected].

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

* 1+ years human resources generalist experience.

* In depth knowledge of Employment laws and all legislative requirements

* Experience in a manufacturing environment an asset

* Outstanding interpersonal skills with a natural ability to build relationships and influence.

* Energetic and positive personality

**Skills:**

* Entrepreneurial, "Out of the Box" and innovative thinking.

* Proven ability to prioritize multiple functions and manage time efficiently.

* Must be a “roll up your sleeves” type who is focused on implementation and achieving results.

* Proficiency with HCM systems.

* Action oriented, stellar work ethic, and desire to achieve excellence.

* Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

* SHRM-CP or PHR certification a plus.

Additional Information

**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.

The employee must occasionally transport and move items up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain stationary and/or move throughout the facility. The employee is occasionally required to ascend and descend steps and ladders.

**Other duties:**

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

_Techo-Bloc is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or other protected class status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws._

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