HR Generalist I - Human Resources

UT Tyler; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Permian Basin invites applications for HR Generalist I to support HR operations across employee relations, hiring, benefits, payroll, compensation, and training in a university setting. You will be the first point of contact for employees and supervisors, explain policies, coordinate onboarding, track training, and assist with screening applicants and maintaining HR records.

This role emphasizes confidentiality, service-oriented processing, and collaboration with senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; related HR experience may substitute for education.
• One year of experience in HR, employee relations, benefits, onboarding, payroll, training coordination, or related administrative work. Five (5) years of experience in lieu of education.
• Experience providing customer service or administrative support in a confidential office environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable business software.

Responsibilities

• Support HR operations by performing routine, transactional work across HR functions.
• Serve as first point of contact for employees and supervisors; explain policies.
• Coordinate employee lifecycle and training activities.
• Screen applicants against posted qualifications and maintain screening docs.
• Assist onboarding with forms, system access, trainings, and initial docs.
• Answer routine benefits questions and refer complex matters to specialists.
• Collect, verify, and enter routine payroll documentation; route questions to Payroll.
• Coordinate with the Compensation Specialist on job descriptions and salary data.
• Track training assignments, completion, and compliance deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and records-retention requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, or a related field

Five (5) years of experience in lieu of education

Tools

HRIS

PeopleSoft

Job description

The University of Texas Permian Basin's Office of Human Resources welcomes applications for the position of HR Generalist I

Salary Range

Essential Functions

The Human Resources Generalist I supports HR operations by performing routine, transactional work across employee relations, hiring, benefits, payroll, compensation, and training. Serving as a first point of contact for employees and supervisors, this position responds to routine questions, explains university policies and procedures, coordinates employee lifecycle and training activities, screens applicants against posted qualifications, and escalates complex, sensitive, or high-risk matters to senior HR staff or leadership. The Generalist I works under general supervision to help ensure consistent, compliant, and service-oriented HR processes.

Employee Relations

1. Provide first-level support by responding to routine questions from employees and supervisors; escape complex, sensitive, or high-risk matters.
2. Assist with basic employee relations documentation such as meeting notes, follow-up items, and policy references route concerns to appropriate HR staff.
3. Explain HR policies, procedures, and employment processes in a consistent, service-oriented manner.

Hiring & Recruitment

1. Post approved requisitions, schedule interviews, and coordinate candidate communications.
2. Screen applicants against posted minimum qualifications, prepare applicant pools for hiring manager review, and maintain accurate screening documentation.
3. Support onboarding by helping employees complete required forms, system access, required trainings, and initial employment documentation.

Benefits

1. Answer routine benefits questions, provide plan information, and help employees navigate enrollment steps.
2. Refer complex benefits, leave, or eligibility matters to the Benefits Administrator or appropriate specialist.

Payroll

1. Collect, verify, and enter routine payroll and personnel documentation; confirm timesheets and standard eForms.
2. Follow up on missing or incomplete items and route payroll questions to Payroll staff.

Compensation & Classification

1. Coordinate with the Compensation Specialist on position requests, job description updates, and salary-study support.
2. Gather job and salary data and maintain accurate position and compensation records.
3. Support salary-study data collection.
4. Refer classification, leveling, and pay-decision questions to the Compensation Specialist.

Training & Development

1. Coordinate training logistics, including scheduling sessions, reserving space or virtual platforms, preparing materials, and communicating with participants.
2. Track training assignments, completion, and compliance-training deadlines, and follow up with employees and supervisors on outstanding requirements.
3. Deliver routine training on HR processes, systems, and policies to individuals and small groups.
4. Gather and document training needs and requests from employees and departments and forward them for review and prioritization.
5. Maintain training records, rosters, and evaluations in accordance with records-retention requirements.

Onboarding, Records & General

1. Coordinate new employee orientation, including scheduling, materials, new-hire communication, attendance tracking, and presenter support.
2. Support employee lifecycle processes: onboarding, transfers, changes, separations, and related workflow documentation.
3. Maintain accurate records in accordance with confidentiality and records-retention requirements.
4. Track and report HR service activity as requested; assist with engagement and recognition programming.
5. Maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and perform other duties as assigned.
6. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; related HR experience may substitute for education.
2. One (1) year of experience in HR, employee relations, benefits, onboarding, payroll, training coordination, or related administrative work. Five (5) years of experience in lieu of education.
3. Experience providing customer service or administrative support in a confidential office environment.
4. Proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable business software.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in higher education, public sector, or a similarly regulated environment.
2. Experience coordinating new employee orientation, onboarding, or training programs.
3. Experience screening applicants or supporting recruitment processes.
4. Experience with HRIS, PeopleSoft, or electronic employee records.
5. SHRM-CP, PHR, or related certification (or in progress).

Additional Information

Required Application Materials

1. Cover Letter
2. Résumé
3. List of References
4. Transcripts (Preferred)
5. Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)

Conditions of Employment

1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify.
4. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.
5. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
6. UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Schedule

Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 – 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am – 12:0 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Hours worked may differ with some departments.

Standard Working Conditions

1. Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
2. Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
3. Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
4. Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
5. Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
6. Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation

University Benefits

1. UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
2. Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
3. You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
4. Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
5. Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.

About the University

The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country – full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin – which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.

As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.

Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment. Visit our social media sites below for more information.

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