HR Business Partner - 141226

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Human Resources Department is seeking an experienced HR Generalist 3 to partner with department leaders, guiding talent strategy and people-related decisions. You will be a trusted advisor on recruitment, reclassifications, employee relations, leave administration, accommodations, and compensation matters.

The role emphasizes collaboration, inclusivity, and organizational support to drive success.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of HR policies and procedures.
• Experience with HR concepts, employment practices, and compensation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR consultation to leadership and staff.
• Handle recruitment, reclassification, employee relations, leave administration, accommodations, and compensation matters.
• Back up HRBPs and mentor other HR professionals.

Skills

Analytical skills

HR policies & procedures

HRMS knowledge

Clear communication

Handling difficult situations

Active listening

Critical thinking

Tools

HRMS system

Job description

Payroll Title HR GENERALIST 3 CX Department HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT Hiring Pay Scale $115,000 - $135,000 annually Worksite Hybrid Appointment Type Career Appointment Percent 100% Union CX Contract Total Openings 1 Work Schedule Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri #141226 HR Business Partner Extended Deadline: Fri 11/27/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/9/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Description

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Human Resources advances a culture of inclusion and innovation by attracting top talent, building a high-performing workforce, developing skilled leaders, and fostering a vibrant and engaging climate for the people of UC San Diego. We provide campus employees with the full range of personnel services and participate in systemwide policy and decision-making. Human Resources includes CHRO Administration, Business and Fiscal Operations, and five functional domains: Talent Solutions; People Programs and Rewards; HR Strategy and Policy; People Support; and Organization Effectiveness.

The People Support Domain provides comprehensive human resources services, ensuring employee and organizational needs are met with efficiency and care. It manages systems and processes to address employee inquiries, resolve HR issues, and maintain compliance with policies. The domain offers strategic HR consultation, supports payroll and timekeeping operations, facilitates student employment programs, and enhances work experiences through advising and professional development opportunities. By prioritizing collaboration and resourcefulness, the domain fosters a supportive environment that drives both employee satisfaction and organizational success.

The Integrated HR Services team provides specific organizational areas with full-service human resources consultation, guidance and support. Our team of HR Generalists and HR assistants provide everything from strategic partnership related to a department/unit's mission and goals to answering routine employee questions related to their UC and/or UC San Diego employment. We help guide employees through policies and programs and service as a conduit to connect staff to resources.

Position Overview

As a member of the Integrated HR Services team, this position partners with leadership in the departments they support, in achieving organizational objectives and provides consultation and advice to leadership on strategy movements with talent or people impacts. They help align the unit's mission and goals to human resources strategy. The HRBP uses professional HR concepts as a seasoned, experienced professional to apply organization policies and procedures to resolve the full range of HR-related issues. They work on problems that are diverse and complex in scope, where analysis of situations require a review of a variety of factors. They are also expected to serve as a subject matter expert in core HR functions, independently managing and performing the full range of day-to-day operational responsibilities, including recruitment, reclassification, employee relations, leave administration, accommodations, compensation, and other employee-related matters. They normally receive little instruction on day-to-day assignments with some guidance provided on new projects. Additionally, they will be required to back up other HRBP's on the team and may serve in a lead capacity, providing guidance to other human resources professionals.

Additionally, they will be required to back up other HRBP's on the team and may serve in a lead capacity, providing guidance to other human resources professionals.

Qualifications

• Possesses strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, knowledge of functional area and understands how work may affect other areas.
• Demonstrated experience working with human resources concepts, policies and procedures, employment practices, labor relations, salary administration, training and other areas of human resources.
• Knowledge of a human resources management system (HRMS), and / or other related business software programs and systems.
• Skilled in communicating clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to handle very difficult or volatile situations / individuals effectively.
• Demonstrated analytical, active listening, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated competency with and commitment to fostering fairness, respect, and inclusion in alignment with the Principles of Community.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
• Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
• This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter pursuant to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires immediate reporting of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of anyone under the age of 18. It is the responsibility of the Mandated Reporter to ensure that they obtain proper training in order to fulfill their reporting responsibilities as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and University policy, and to complete and submit the required reports to the UC San Diego Police Department without delay.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Prospective employees who are ordinarily residents in Iran or who are physically located in Iran are generally not eligible to for employment per suspension of General License G on 24 August 2026. If you have ever resided in Iran or have an Iranian passport and would like to confirm your eligibility, please contact [e-mail] for consideration of your particular circumstances.