HR Manager

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 66.000 - 109.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Well-being programs

Zusammenfassung

George Washington University in Washington, DC is seeking an HR Manager to provide on-site HR support and partner with clients on recruitment, compensation, and employee relations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, policy knowledge, and managing a broad HR portfolio within a hybrid on-site setting at GW’s Foggy Bottom campus.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or Master’s degree plus 1 year of relevant experience.
• Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
• Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Aufgaben

• Recruitment: Provide general recruitment support to schools/divisions; maintain position descriptions; ensure postings are fair and robust.
• Compensation: Understand GW’s compensation philosophy; review descriptions and exemption status; provide fair pay recommendations.
• Employee Relations: Track basic ER matters; assist with investigations; advise managers on ADA accommodations.
• Talent and Organizational Development: Support orientations and training opportunities; assist with performance management processes.
• Benefits Administration: Answer questions about benefits and leave; encourage timely enrollment.
• HRIS: Review actions and ensure employee files are updated; coordinate terminations.

Kenntnisse

Recruitment

Employee relations

Performance management

HR policies

Diversity & inclusion

Training & development

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Master’s degree in related area

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

HR Manager

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary: Human Resources Management and Development (HRMD) is made up of several departments that serve as advocates for the GW community and consistently provide discreet, valuable and personalized service that is timely and responsive. HR helps GW to maintain a diverse workforce of the highest caliber and to support employees in their roles within the university.

Reporting to the Director, HR, the HR Manager works directly with clients and serves as point of contact for on-site HR support. The HR Manager collaborates with clients on areas such as: recruitment, compensation, performance management, HR policies, EEO and employee relations, progressive discipline, strategic management, diversity, training and organizational development. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Recruitment: Provide general recruitment support to schools/divisions Maintain accurate and updated position descriptions Review and prepare positions for posting Ensures recruitments are conducted in accordance with AA obligations, accurately disposition all applicants, and ensure pools are robust and free of discrimination Compensation: Understand and become familiar with the Career Path and GW’s compensation philosophy Review position descriptions, classifications, and exemption status Provide fair/equitable pay-related recommendations Employee Relations: Complete, track and document basic ER matters and investigations Monitor approved ADA accommodations Consult with the managers on ADAP People Services Center: Accurately complete transaction templates and submit tickets Talent and Organizational Development: Promote and participate in university/local/new employee orientations and training opportunities within schools/units Assist with the Performance Management Process Support Client/HRMD Engagement initiatives Benefits Administration: Answer basic questions about benefits and leave programs Encourage timely benefits enrollment and time off/leave reporting HRIS: Review actions Review I-9 report to ensure compliance Ensure all employee electronic files are updated with employee life cycle changes paperwork Inform and coordinate terminations Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree in a relevant area of study plus 1 years of relevant experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Thorough knowledge of general HR policies, procedures and practices, personnel administration systems, salary administration, recruitment techniques, EEO and Affordative Action Planning and knowledge of federal and state laws as they relate to HR. Ability to build trust with clients and gain knowledge and business acumen to facilitate client initiatives and objectives. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Demonstrate ability to multitask in a fast paced environment in an organized and efficient manner. Exhibit a proactive and service-oriented approach to deal effectively with a diverse and demanding client base. Experience working in a Higher Ed organization is a plus. Experience in Organization Development techniques and performance management. Experience with large and small group facilitation. Familiarity with change management techniques. Preferred candidates will have experience and knowledge in all of the HR functional areas. Ideal candidates will have specific knowledge and experience in employment laws and managing complex employee relations matters.

Hiring Range: $66,095.67 - $109,075.91

GW Staff Approach to Pay: How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: | Human Resource Management and Development (HRM&D)

Family: | Human Resources

Sub-Family: | HR Service Delivery

Stream: | Individual Contributor

Level: | Level 2

Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time

Hours Per Week: | 40+

Work Schedule: | Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (May Vary)

Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes

Employee Onsite Status: | Hybrid

Telework: | Yes

Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? | No

Posting Number: | S014520

Job Open Date: | 10/09/2026

Job Close Date: |

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |

Background Screening: | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
   • No
   • Yes
2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
   • Yes, IEP complete
   • No, still in IEP
   • N/a - not a current GW employee
3. * What is your salary range expectation?
   (Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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