Human Resources Professional III

Job no: 562926
Work type: Staff
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Human Resources

Human Resources Professional III

Human Resources Professional III

562926

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,797 - $5,913 per month)

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education.

Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

The Compensation Services department within the Division of Human Resources and Inclusive Excellence is responsible for managing employee classification, compensation, and related personnel processes. The department ensures that staff and management positions are appropriately classified and compensated in alignment with CSU systemwide standards and collective bargaining agreements. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Human Resources Professional III.

The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general direction of the Compensation Services Manager, the Human Resources Professional III provides professional-level program administration, policy interpretation, compliance analysis, and operational support for the Independent Contractor Program and personnel records functions within Compensation Services. Provides skilled and proactive support for Independent Contractor determinations requiring analysis and interpretation of federal and state worker classification requirements, CSU policies, collective bargaining agreements, and university procedures.

Exercises independent judgment in reviewing and evaluating complex Independent Contractor requests and determining appropriate courses of action. Advises departments on the impact of policies and procedures to ensure CSUF remains compliant with applicable laws, regulations, CSU policies, and collective bargaining agreements.

Maintains employee personnel files in accordance with applicable laws, collective bargaining agreements, CSU policy, and records retention requirements. Ensures the integrity, accuracy, security, and accessibility of official personnel records through records governance, quality assurance, and compliance review activities. Supports records retention activities for personnel files and provides guidance regarding records management requirements. Addresses sensitive and complex matters with diplomacy and discretion and exercises independent judgment.

Researches and interprets policy and procedural issues, evaluates the impact of policy changes, and develops recommendations to improve operational effectiveness and compliance. Independently performs a wide range of administrative, analytical, and technical responsibilities in support of the department and division.

Collects and analyzes data, prepares reports, identifies trends, and supports strategic initiatives and projects. Other duties as assigned.

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience. Additional experience, which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above, may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Working independently under general supervision, performs advanced human resources work and exercises lead oversight for most projects and responsibilities. Applies advanced knowledge or expertise in one or more human resources disciplines to recommend and implement strategic plans and initiatives. Demonstrates advanced discernment in…