Campus HR Generalist — Policy & People Champion

University of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a HR Generalist within the Administrative Services Unit to deliver broad HR services for both administrative and academic divisions across campus.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will coordinate recruitment, onboarding, compensation, and personnel records while ensuring policy compliance, data integrity, and high levels of service. This role emphasizes collaboration and discretion in a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• Previous HR experience supporting multiple HR functions.
• Ability to engage with a diverse workforce across levels and roles.
• High accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Maintains discretion and confidentiality in handling information.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultation to departments and programs supported by ASU.
• Responds to and resolves employee inquiries with guidance and support.
• Coordinates, processes, and audits recruitment, titling, compensation, and HR transactions.
• Provides backup HR support for departments outside the assigned portfolio.
• Supports general HR activities, compliance, and training.

Skills

HR experience

Communication

Customer service

Discretion

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Workday

Oracle

SAP

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a HR Generalist within the Administrative Services Unit to deliver broad HR services for both administrative and academic divisions across campus.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will coordinate recruitment, onboarding, compensation, and personnel records while ensuring policy compliance, data integrity, and high levels of service. This role emphasizes collaboration and discretion in a dynamic university environment.