Human Resources Generalist

Job Classification: 8182GT - HR Pro 2 - Generalist

This position offers a hybrid schedule and in-office work will be on the Twin Cities campus.

Position Overview
Are you an ambitious HR professional seeking an exciting new opportunity to advance your career? Join the University of Minnesota's dynamic human resources team within University Finance as an HR Generalist and cultivate your skills to become an HR Consultant. As the Human Resources Generalist, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and managers in University Finance, providing guidance on non-routine and complex human resources matters. Additionally, an essential component of this position is to support the development of management by building the ability of leaders to solve routine issues on their own, through a combination of coaching and consultation. The HR Generalist contributes to process improvements for HR services and important initiatives and projects. Reports to and frequently partners with the Human Resources Director on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Employee Relations and Performance Management - 40%

• Partner with the HR Director and management on reclassifications, investigations, discipline, and terminations.
• Ensure understanding of allegations, appropriate investigation, analysis and documentation, and recommendations for conclusion and course of action.
• Identify the root cause of complex issues and coach management to design and implement appropriate solutions.
• Support UFinance HR Director with operational management, accountability, and continuous improvement for core human resource functions including performance management, staffing, job design, and data integrity.
• Make timely and effective recommendations based on HR best practices and policies.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, university policies and procedures, and University Finance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with UFinance HR Director and the Office of Human Resources (OHR) Employee Relations team to operationalize university-wide strategies.

Talent Management - 20%

• Serve as backup for key HR activities, including payroll processing, internal approval routing, building access management, staff engagement initiatives, student hiring, staff onboarding and I-9 verification, and interview scheduling.
• Support and advise on Talent management activities including:
  • Retention of critical talent pools and continuity of our leadership and diverse talent pipelines.
  • Consult with hiring managers to clearly understand their short and long-term staffing needs and provide insight into the current labor market.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to leadership around talent management practices.
• Support hiring managers and leadership with defining and validating position requirements and job descriptions, including education, experience, technical knowledge, competencies, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) aspirations.

Human Resources Consultation - 30%

• Provide consultation to senior leaders and managers on a wide range of human resource-related topics including, but not limited to, performance management, employee relations, employee engagement, learning and development, compensation, and job design.
• Coach management, building their capabilities to solve people-related issues. Additionally, be as clear and transparent as possible to help managers understand how people's decisions are made.
• Collaborate with leadership on various projects and initiatives including supporting the University's goal of creating a positive and inclusive campus climate for all by advancing equity and diversity.

10% Other work as assigned

Ideal candidates demonstrate a desire to advance their knowledge of human resources as a profession. Strong attention to detail, the ability to interact with assertive personalities with tact and diplomacy, organizational aptitude, a well-developed sense of urgency, professional decorum, and an unwavering ability to maintain confidentiality are essential to being successful in this role.

Required Qualifications (please document on the resume):

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or other related field and two years of work experience or a combination of related education and/or work experience to equal six years.
• Understanding of employment laws and regulations, as well as HR policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with employees, managers, and leadership is critical, as well as the ability to write comprehensive reports and recommendations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to gather and analyze data, identify patterns and trends, and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to be empathetic, diplomatic, and approachable, with the ability to establish trust with employees and managers.
• Possess a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion in all interactions.
• Excels with attention to detail and organization.

Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Required application materials: Resume

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).