Academic HR Generalist: Talent, Compliance & Policy

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan, Office of the Vice President for Research, seeks a Senior HR Generalist to advise managers on policy, coordinate recruitment and compensation, and ensure compliant HR practices across OVPR.

The role emphasizes confidential handling of data, strong collaboration with campus resources, and support for division-wide HR initiatives in a complex academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field required.
• Significant and progressive administrative HR experience, at least 5 years.
• Strong knowledge of core HR functions: recruitment, compensation, data management.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and guide managers on policy applications.
• Assist with recruitment, hiring, and compensation processes.
• Prepare communications and manage appointment processes.
• Provide performance management guidance to managers.
• Assist with onboarding/offboarding and timekeeping questions.

Skills

HR policy knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Discretion handling confidential info

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

M-Pathways HR system

Business Objects

MReports

Job description

University of Michigan, Office of the Vice President for Research, seeks a Senior HR Generalist to advise managers on policy, coordinate recruitment and compensation, and ensure compliant HR practices across OVPR.

The role emphasizes confidential handling of data, strong collaboration with campus resources, and support for division-wide HR initiatives in a complex academic environment.