HR Generalist: Academic Hiring & People Operations

UChicago Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of benefits

Possible sign-on bonus

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Chicago is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support HR operations and academic hiring processes. This role involves recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with university policies. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a related field and 2-5 years of HR experience, preferably in higher education. A hybrid work schedule is offered, and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
• 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide human resources support for all unit employees including recruitment and hiring.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Maintain HR data and records.
• Develop tutorials and provide training on timekeeping processes.
• Support the HR Manager with performance management processes.

Job description

A leading academic institution in Chicago is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support HR operations and academic hiring processes. This role involves recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with university policies. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a related field and 2-5 years of HR experience, preferably in higher education. A hybrid work schedule is offered, and benefits are available.