HR Generalist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Vacation time

Personal holiday & holidays

Sick leave

Parental leave

Wisconsin retirement system

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist to support colleges and work units in recruitment, payroll, benefits and employment relations, delivering high-quality HR processing while ensuring compliance. The successful candidate will join a collaborative HR team as a strategic business partner.

Hybrid remote work may be available after training. Eligible benefits include health plans, generous vacation, personal holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and Wisconsin pension

Qualifications

• Past work experience in HR or related field.
• Experience with HRIS (preferably Workday or similar).
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Fast-paced, collaborative team environment with shifting priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provides HR support to colleges/work units in recruitment, payroll, benefits and employment relations.
• Acts as a human resources business partner and supports policy development.
• Responds to employee questions; maintains personnel files and related materials.
• Develops, interprets, and revises HR policies per institutional/ legal rules.

Skills

HR experience

HRIS experience

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Discretion & ethics

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS (Workday or equivalent)

Job description

Position Title: HR Generalist

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: HR Generalist

The HR Generalist provides Human Resources (HR) support to college(s) and/or work unit(s) in the areas of recruitment, payroll, benefits and employment relations. This position provides high-quality, responsive support while ensuring compliance and timely and accurate HR processing. In addition, the HR Generalist provides strategic support as a human resources business partner. This position may assist with campus and/or work unit operational policy development. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative team within the Department of Human Resources.

Benefits

• Health plans, currently starting at $45 per month.
• 176 hours of vacation per year (prorated for start date).
• 36 hours of personal holiday, and 9 legal holidays (prorated for start date).
• 176 Hours of sick leave for first 18 months. After this period, employees can earn up to 96 hours per fiscal year. Accumulates without limit and does not expire.
• Paid parental leave after six months of continuous employment.
• Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with 7.2% employer contribution for 2026.

All employment benefits are subject to change. A full list of current benefits and eligibility requirements can be found on our website.

Hybrid remote work may be available after the successful completion of the initial training period. Please note that the remote work policy is subject to change at the discretion of the department or university.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Receives, responds to, and resolves employee questions and problems
• Executes and audits work transactions and changes adhering to established policies and procedures to meet anticipated deadlines
• Provides consultation, performs analytics, and/or maintains personnel files, communications, and materials for work unit through various mediums
• Contributes to the development, implementation, interpretation, and revision of work unit Human Resources policies and procedures according to institutional and legal rules and regulations
• Represents unit/program at institutional workshops, informational meetings, and training sessions

Department

Human Resources

Compensation

Starting at $52,000, commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

• Past work experience in Human Resources or related field
• Previous experience with HRIS (preferably Work or similar software systems
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Power Point)
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong customer service skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively with various groups and individuals
• Ability to maintain discretion and the highest ethical and professional standards while dealing with confidential information
• Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and team-oriented environment with quickly shifting priorities
• Strong initiative and ability to remain adaptable to different situations and changes
• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of experience in Human Resources or related field
• Previous work experience in a college or university setting
• Previous work experience with HRIS systems
• Related HR certifications such as PHR or SHRM-CP
• Current knowledge and application of HR best practices and regulatory compliance including, but not limited to, DOL, FLSA, EEOC, ADA, HR policy and process

Contact Information

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 920-424-1166

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UWOshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions aren not options for work authorization.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [e-mail] or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO Police Department, at [phone] for a paper copy.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.