HR Business Specialist

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement programs

Paid time off

Job summary

NC State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine seeks an HR Business Specialist to partner with department leaders, provide consultative HR guidance, and manage routine HR workflows for faculty and staff in the Raleigh area.

You will interpret policies, laws, and best practices while ensuring timely service, coordinating with CVM HR Leadership, and balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to work effectively with administration, faculty, and staff at all levels.
• Core knowledge in recruitment, employee relations, organizational development, international employment, and residency coordination.
• Ability to partner with hiring managers to successfully fill open positions.
• Experience with HR systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR representative for assigned CVM departments, diagnosing organizational needs and managing end-to-end HR workflows.
• Deliver high-quality, high-touch customer service across HR functions with data integrity in HRIM transactions.
• Support onboarding programs and provide operational guidance to staff and academic personnel processes (appointments, updates, RPT).
• Consult with department leadership on classification and compensation strategy and advise on policy application.

Skills

Communication skills

Recruitment knowledge

Employee relations

HR operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft HR

Applicant tracking systems

Position management

Job description

Posting Number:

PG195007EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

HR Business Specialist

Anticipated Hiring Range:

Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (in-office position)

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

College Of Veterinary Medicine

About the Department:

The NC State College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is where compassion meets science. Our mission is to advance the veterinary profession and animal health through ongoing discovery and medical innovation; provide animals and their owners with extraordinary, compassionate medical care; and prepare the next generation of veterinarians and veterinary research scientists. Our world-leading faculty, clinicians and staff are at the forefront of interdisciplinary biomedical innovation, conducting solution-driven research that defines the interconnections between animal and human health. As the national leader in experiential teaching and learning, we are training the next generation of skilled, compassionate veterinary health professionals equipped to serve the global community.
CVM Human Resources is a centralized college department that supports all college HR functions and coordinates university consistent programs and processes that are aimed at improving the college’s community and culture. The CVM HR department is a highly dedicated team of HR professionals supporting a community of over 1,500 faculty, staff, house officers, post docs, graduate and student workers, temporary employees, visitors, and adjunct faculty in the full employment cycle and aligns the HR function to the strategy and goals of the college and ultimately the university.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member, you belong here,, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties:

As the HR Business Specialist, you will serve as a key human resources partner to the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), providing consultative guidance and comprehensive HR generalist support to faculty, staff, and college managers. You will assess complex situations, evaluate options, and provide informed recommendations on a wide range of human resources matters. Applying critical thinking and sound judgment, you will interpret and administer university and college policies, procedures, employment laws, and HR best practices while helping managers navigate employee-related issues and maintain compliance. You will also manage a high volume of daily HR transactions, balancing competing priorities while ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely service delivery. Through collaboration with college leadership, university offices, and other stakeholders, you will help address HR challenges, identify trends, and support effective human resources operations across the college.

HR Operations & Departmental Consultation

• Serves as the primary HR representative for assigned CVM departments, independently diagnosing organizational needs, managing end-to-end HR workflows, and prioritizing daily department requests. Serves as back-up and provides on-going assistance to human resources activity and tasks as directed by CVM HR Leadership.
• Delivers high-quality, high-touch customer service across all HR functional areas; maintains high data integrity in HRIM transactions and ensures timely execution of critical personnel actions.
• Fosters a positive employee experience by supporting onboarding programs and initiatives, and providing operational guidance and consultation to staff.
• Provides comprehensive assistance and coordination for academic personnel processes, including appointments, system updates, and Reappointment, Promotion, and Tenure (RPT)—in close coordination with the CVM HR Operations Manager.

Recruitment & Position Management

• Collaborates with hiring managers and search committees to understand hiring needs, identify candidate attraction strategies, provide process training, and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Reviews, edits, and posts vacancy announcements; drafts external job advertisements; prescreens candidates for required skills, experience, and aptitude; and facilitates recruitment waivers according to NC State regulations.
• Draft new hire documentation including offer letters and enter new hire information into the HRIM system, and works closely with CVM Business Office to ensure correct funding sources are utilized.
• Consults with department leadership and client groups on classification and compensation strategy – including reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating position descriptions, recommending appropriate level/classification and FLSA exemption status, and communicating findings.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Manages the annual review process to ensure completion and provides guidance to managers; identifies and resolves workplace issues, coaches managers/employees to improve performance, and partners with University Employee Relations as needed.

Process Improvement & Special Projects

• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of HR practices and processes. Leading special HR systems projects and supporting the HR Operations Manager as needed.

If you are an HR professional who enjoys serving as a trusted advisor to department leaders while balancing a broad range of human resources responsibilities, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Other Responsibilities:

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to work effectively with administration, faculty, and staff at all levels.
• Core knowledge in recruitment, employee relations, organizational development, international employment, and residency coordination.
• Ability to partner with hiring managers to successfully fill open positions with the best qualified candidate.
• Problem-solving, attention to detail, priority management, and deadline execution in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with higher education HR practices, policies, and processes.
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft HR, including data entry, queries, and reporting, as well as applicant tracking systems and position management.

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required:

No

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

11/02/2026

Anticipated Close Date:

11/16/2026; if posting is still active we are accepting and reviewing applications.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for