Human Resources Generalist

South Georgia State College; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

South Georgia State College is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR operations at the Douglas Campus. The role covers HRIS, recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, performance management, and policy enforcement, with a focus on building professional relationships to promote student success.

The position reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and is designated as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related work experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with employees at all levels.
• Understanding of higher education policies and procedures, including faculty and staff employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains employment and on-boarding programs.
• Performs employee recruitment, screening, interviewing, on-boarding, and orientation functions.
• Conducts new hire orientation for all staff and faculty; coordinates with Deans for faculty orientation during convocation.
• Maintains HR data in HRIS, personnel files, and records.
• Counsels employees regarding benefits programs and coordinates Open Enrollment.
• Advises employees and managers regarding work-related issues and policies.
• Serve as TAP coordinator and Well-Being Liaison for SGSC.
• Coordinate Workers’ Compensation with employees and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Location: SGSC - Douglas Campus (Main)

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 305644

About Us

Join our Team at South Georgia State College!

South Georgia State College is a residential state college of the University System of Georgia (USG). SGSC focuses on the core of strong teaching and personalized academic advising. It has a long and distinguished tradition of serving the people of Georgia.

Students pursue associate degrees in 20 programs of study, eight (5) bachelor's degrees programs which are transferrable to other institutions or prepare them for careers in a variety of fields and South Georgia State College institution has given residents in South Georgia a chance to further their education since the early 1900s.

Location

Douglas Campus is located at 100 West College Park Drive | Douglas | GA | 31533

Waycross Campus is located at 2001 S. Georgia Pkwy | Waycross | GA | 31503

Valdosta Entry Program is located at 1500 N. Patterson Street | Valdosta | GA | 31698

Department Information

The HR Generalist reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Job Summary

The Human Resource Generalist will be responsible for completing tasks in support of the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including but not limited to HRIS operations, recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, performance management and enforcing institution's policies and practices. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to cultivate professional relationships that fully contribute and promote student success.

This position is designated as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Responsibilities

Employment and Onboarding -

• Develops, implements, and maintains employment and on-boarding programs.
• Perform employee recruitment, screening, interviewing, on-boarding, and orientation functions.
• Conduct new hire orientation for all staff and faculty (coordinate with Deans for faculty orientation during convocation).
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resources programs including but not limited to new hire and annual compliance trainings, performance, and talent management, etc.
• Maintain and compile data in the Human Resources Information Systems, personnel files, and records.

Benefit Management -

• Counsel employees regarding benefits programs.
• Publicizes benefits programs; conducts individual orientation sessions and group benefits reviews.
• Maintains benefits records and prepares necessary documents for implementing coverage.
• Plans and execute Open Enrollment event annually.

Employee Relations -

• Advise employees, supervisors, and managers regarding employee relations policy and programs.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Counsel employees and managers regarding work related issues.

TAP (Tuition Assistance Program) Coordinator -

• Serve as the TAP coordinator for SGSC.

Well-Being Coordinator -

• Serve as SGSC Well-Being Liaison

Workers Compensation -

• Coordinate Worker's Compensation cases with employees.

Assist with plans, policies, and procedures -

• Participate in development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements.
• Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations.
• Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws.

Committees -

• Represent HR department on committees, work groups and employee forums.

Other Job-Related Duties -

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related work experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to interact with employees at all levels.
• Understanding of higher education policies and procedures, including faculty and staff employment regulations.

Required Experience

• At least 3 years of related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's degree with a concentration in Human Resources.

Preferred Experience

• Five years work related experience.
• USG (University System of Georgia) Human Resources experience.
• Project Management experience.

Proposed Salary

• Proposed Salary $50, 601.20 plus benefits.
• This is a Non Exempt position.

Required Documents to Attach

• Transcripts
• List of References

Optional Documents to Attach

• Certification Information

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of FMLA and Worker¿s Compensation
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of human resources principles and practices
• Knowledge of benefit and compensation administration, talent acquisition and development, performance management, and learning and development
• Knowledge of administrative management and planning

SKILLS

• Skill in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work of personnel.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the preparation of clear and precise financial and statistical reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and demonstrating your eligibility for employment with South Georgia State College. Position may require credit check (if using PCard, working with cash, etc.).

Offers made are expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG).

The position requires completion of SGSC annual compliance training course such as State Business Transactions, Drug free Workplace, Anti-Harassment Policy, Introduction to Information Security, Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Policy, USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interests/Outside Activities Policy, Leave Procedures for Faculty and Staff, Georgia Open Records Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Contracts 101.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

South Georgia State College is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Background Check

• Credit Report
• Position of Trust + Credit

Equal Employment Opportunity

South Georgia State College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: [phone].

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time

South Georgia State College Mission and Vision Statements

• Mission Statement South Georgia State College supports students in achieving their academic and professional goals by providing high-quality associate and baccalaureate degree programs in an affordable, accessible, and supportive learning environment.
• Vison Statement South Georgia State College will be the best choice for higher education in southeast Georgia, dedicated to affordability, student success, and innovative programs that prepare graduates for advanced studies and professional careers while driving regional economic growth.