HR Generalist III

SDSU-Human Resources; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

South Dakota State University’s Office of Human Resources is seeking an HR Generalist III in Brookings, SD. The role focuses on FMLA, ADA accommodations, and Workers’ Compensation with a strong emphasis on customer service and HR operations.

Work location is Brookings, SD, and sponsorship is not available. The position offers comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and tuition reduction for state-supported courses.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FMLA, workers’ compensation, and ADA accommodations.
• Strong HR consultation and customer-service orientation.
• Ability to manage HR operations with attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR consultation on FMLA, ADA accommodations, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Manage medical certifications/clearance documentation and HR system transactions approvals.
• Coordinate with System Payroll Center, Risk Management and Environmental Health and Safety.

Skills

FMLA management

ADA accommodations

Workers’ Compensation

Customer service

HR operations

Confidentiality

Tools

PeopleAdmin

Banner

Microsoft Office

Job description

South Dakota State University’s (SDState) Office of Human Resources is currently seeking an HR professional to join our team as an HR Generalist III . If you are committed to quality customer service and have a strong interest and ability in managing FMLA , ADA employee accommodations, and Workers’ Compensation activities, then this position could be for you! SDSU Human Resources provides comprehensive and collaborative leadership and services to proactively support the needs of our stakeholders through professional, timely, customer-oriented processes.

This position is located in Brookings , South Dakota.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities

Provide elevated support and professional Human Resources consultation to employees and supervisors in the areas of FMLA , ADA employee accommodations, and Workers’ Compensation; provide HR operational assistance, including feedback surveys and system transactions approval; manage medical certifications/clearance documentation; and collaborate with other stakeholders, including System Payroll Center, Risk Management and Environmental Health and Safety, etc.

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits

including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of

• Human Resources functions, activities and practices in areas of FMLA , workers compensation, and/or ADA accommodations; and
• Computer systems and software (PeopleAdmin, Banner, Microsoft Office, etc.)

Skill & Ability to

• Guide employees and supervisors through sensitive, confidential and emotional situations while providing exceptional customer service;
• Manage FMLA , ADA employee accommodations, Workers’ Compensation activities, requiring a high level of attention to detail, analytical skills and discretion;
• Think critically to independently and strategically resolve problems and make decisions which may include researching complicated issues to offer creative solutions and options;
• Review, analyze, assess and recognize discrepancies in documents, positions descriptions, etc.;
• Effectively coach supervisors and employees through extended leave, return-to-work and re-boarding situations;
• Effectively and appropriately manage and maintain accurate and thorough records, including medical documentation;
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to build rapport, trust and effective working relationships while communicating clearly and concisely;
• Become proficient in utilizing various systems, software and platforms;
• Collaborate with System Payroll Center, Risk Management and EHS colleagues;
• Interpret and apply policies and procedures;
• Prioritize work with competing deadlines;
• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism and maintain confidentiality.

Comments

Exceptional customer service, interpersonal, communication, organizational and analytical skills are essential. Position requires a positive approach with a high level attention to detail and discretion. This position is classified as a BOR HR Generalist III .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail] . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU , Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
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