HR Generalist

Illinois International; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers for employees and/or:

Job summary

University of Illinois Extension is seeking a HR Generalist to manage a range of human resource activities and assist with complex HR issues, escalating as needed.

This 100% full-time Civil Service 5020 - Human Resource Associate position, based in Illinois, offers a salary range of $50,000–$62,000 and requires a bachelor’s degree with 2 years of HR experience. Some travel within served communities and occasional evenings/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR/related field required.
• Two years of professional HR experience required.
• Experience with HR policies and procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and talent acquisition coordination including posting jobs and onboarding.
• Payroll and time reporting processing and leave management.
• Job classification and analysis guidance on descriptions, promotions, and titles.
• Labor & employee relations guidance and conflict resolution support.
• Leave management for FMLA/PLFA and related policies.
• HR compliance and policy tracking and training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/related field

Job description

WETRANSFORM LIVES.
Everything we do is designed to improve the quality oflife of the people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around theworld. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to addresssocietal concerns and train the next generation of experts and leaders in a waythat empowers them to expand the boundaries of science to higher levels ofunderstanding and influence.
Be a partof our story. Throughlearning partnerships that extend knowledge and change lives, University of Illinois Extension provides educational programs aimed at making life better, healthier, safer, and more profitable for individuals and their communities. Illinois Extension has operated continuously for more than 100 years connectingthe citizens of Illinois to their land-grant university by providingeducational programming around the state. University of Illinois Extension isbased in the College of ACES and works with all colleges and units of theUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Job Summary

The HR Generalist manages a variety of human resource activities and assists with complex human resource issues, escalating as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Responsible for independently coordinating search, hiring, and onboarding processes for varied hiring needs, including recruitment efforts. Communicate and implement search procedures aligned with best practices and compliance needs, advising search committees and hiring managers. Communicate with applicants and new hires, facilitating interview, hiring, and onboarding processes including work authorization. Develop job postings.
• Payroll & Time Reporting Process payroll and timesheets. Address complex timesheet/leave issues and return timesheets/leave requests as needed. Process routine and non-routine pay adjustments. Inform staff of all regulations/policies relating to time reporting and payroll.
• Job Classification & Analysis Conducts job classification and analysis processes. Provides guidance on job descriptions, promotions, and titles. Identify out-of-scope duties and recommend title changes based on overall responsibilities, as appropriate.
• Labor & Employee Relations Provides guidance to supervisors on performance management practices and issues. Handles minor supervisor/employee conflicts requiring intervention or consultation with either party. Facilitates accommodations and conflict resolution efforts. Recommends interpretation of collective bargaining agreement language and corrective actions to performance issues under administrative supervision.
• Leave Management Administer and track FMLA, PLFA, or other managed leave categories. Counsel and resolve issues related to leave. Inform staff of all regulations/policies relating to leave usage.
• HR Compliance & Policy Ensures adherence to HR policies and legal requirements through tracking, training, and internal reviews. Identifies areas of concern related to adherence to HR policies and legal requirements.
• Organizational Culture & Development Supports the delivery of training, development, and culture initiatives. Provides input on content and program planning. Informs employees and managers of targeted opportunities for professional development.

Work Schedule, Travel, or Other Job Expectations

To perform the functions of this position, the employee will be required to perform work both within an office and outside in the communities that are served and must have the capability to travel from one location to the other in a timely fashion. Employee is responsible for securing personal transportation. Some work will be required during evenings and/or weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration or a fieldcloselyrelated to the position. Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and practical application of employment and HR policies, procedures and best practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively provide information and services related to all areas of responsibility.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Decision-making ability and the ability to exercise good judgement and discretion in the performance of all duties.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5020 - Human Resource Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. Salary is competitive and commensurate withqualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for the position is $50,000 - $62,000.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

TheUniversity of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all jobcandidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. The University of Illinoismust also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulationsand, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screeningprocedures for applicants.

Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinoisresidency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or stateof Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal , or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail] .

Requisition ID: 1039045
Job Category: Off-Campus
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu