HR Generalist

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The HR Generalist manages a variety of human resource activities and assists with complex human resource issues, escalating as needed.

WE TRANSFORM LIVES.
Everything we do is designed to improve the quality oflife of the people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around theworld. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to addresssocietal concerns and train the next generation of experts and leaders in a waythat empowers them to expand the boundaries of science to higher levels of understanding and influence.
Be a part ofour story.

The HR Generalist manages a variety of human resource activities and assists with complex human resource issues, escalating as needed.

• HR Compliance & Policy:
  Ensures adherence to HR policies and legal requirements through tracking, training, and internal reviews. Identifies areas of concern related to adherence to HR policies and legal requirements.
• Payroll & Time Reporting:
  Process payroll and timesheets. Address complex timesheet/leave issues and return timesheets/leave requests as needed. Process routine and non-routine pay adjustments. Inform staff of all regulations/policies relating to time reporting and payroll.
• Appointments Management:
  Responsible for employee appointments, troubleshooting transactions to ensure accurate results and escalating complex issues as needed. Enters routine and non-routine data and pulls reports. Ensures accuracy of input data and reports and/or resolves minor discrepancies. May develop new reports. Participate in appropriate systems testing and/or feedback.
• Leave Management:
  Administer and track FMLA, PLFA, or other managed leave categories. Counsel and resolve issues related to leave. Inform staff of all regulations/policies relating to leave usage.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration or a field closely related to the position.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties.

• Ability to provide customer service to a broad range of clients.
• Ability to easily and quickly pivot from one task to another and stay organized.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all business matters.
• Ability to gain knowledge of University and Campus policies related to Human Resources, including but not limited to those listed in the Campus Administrative Manual, Provost’s Communications, and Policies and Rules.
• Ability to swiftly learn and adapt to multiple technology application platforms.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.

A detailed description of the duties can be found here: HR Generalist

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5020 - Human Resource Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. Salaryis competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for this position is…