Human Resources Generalist

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; Ten Mile (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College in Perkinston invites applications for an HR Generalist who administers benefits, onboarding, and employee-focused HR services across the district. This position travels to other campuses and reports to the Coordinator of Employee Relations.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 2 years HR experience; strong communication, tech proficiency, and ability to handle sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of HR, finance, or business operations experience.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication; professional privacy handling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, OneDrive).
• Interpersonal and customer service skills; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Verify and input biographical data and pay details for new hires.
• Process applicant information to create employee accounts.
• Track hires, promotions, and transfers to support onboarding.
• Manage I-9 forms and E-Verify compliance.
• Serve as primary contact for benefits questions and issues.
• Facilitate enrollment of new employees into Banner and platforms.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

PERS and Work Visa Notice: The Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory for all full-time employees. PERS contributions also apply to part-time employees who are already contributing to PERS through another full-time employer. Full-time employees who have never contributed to PERS and begin a full-time position after March 1, 2026, will automatically be placed in Tier 5. Employees who previously requested a refund from PERS after leaving covered employment will also automatically be placed in Tier 5. Additional information about PERS Tier 5 is available at https://www.pers.ms.gov/Tier5 .

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The College does not sponsor applicants for work visas, including but not limited to H-1B visas.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Human Resources Generalist

Position Number

Position Number 199491

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for administering employee benefits, onboarding, and providing employee-focused Human Resources services across the College. This position serves as a primary resource for employees regarding benefits enrollment, coverage options, retirement resources, and related inquiries, ensuring employees receive accurate information and responsive assistance throughout their employment. The HR Generalist also manages compliance-related tasks and supports employees across multiple locations. This position is based on the Perkinston Campus; however, routine travel to other campuses and locations throughout the district is required to fulfill job responsibilities and provide services across the College. This position reports to the Coordinator of Employee Relations.

Job Duties

1. Verify and input biographical information, job titles, pay, and other essential details for new hires.

2. Process applicant information for creation of employee accounts and profiles.

3. Track all new hires, promotions, and transfers to facilitate onboarding, orientations, and benefits enrollment.

4. Manage the completion and submission of I-9 Forms and E-Verify.

5. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and issues.

6. Facilitate the enrollment of new employees into Banner and appropriate online platforms.

7. Discuss pay periods, contracts, and all benefits.

8. Provide employee benefits education and engagement and mandatory courses during the onboarding process.

8. Set up deductions in Banner for taxes, retirement, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 403b, and other benefits.

9. Process deductions, including calculating arrears amounts.

10. Manage changes to employee benefits, such as adding or dropping benefits due to life events (e.g., loss of coverage, marital status, birth, death).

11. Terminate benefits (including BCBS , MS Deferred) on the appropriate effective dates when employees leave.

12. Ensure all necessary forms for benefits and personal information changes are completed and maintained.

13. Process short-term and long-term disability claims, coordinating with New York Life and communicating necessary information to employees.

14. Provide guidance to family members of deceased or retired employees regarding life insurance coverage and necessary documentation.

15. Facilitate completion and submission of appropriate documents for rehired retirees

16. Ensure compliance with COBRA regulations by notifying the benefits administrator of terminations.

17. Oversee medical files in accordance with institutional policies and HIPAA requirements.

18. Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in the PeopleAdmin to Banner integration, partnering with the Human Resources Information Systems ( HRIS ) Analyst, Technology & Research division and PeopleAdmin to maintain data integrity.

19. Assist the HRIS Analyst with Affordable Care Act ( ACA ) reporting.

20. Manage vendor relations for issuing member ID cards for insurance participants, as needed.

21. Support other HR functions, such as recruitment, onboarding, employee records, and employee development.

22. Assist with compliance audits and reporting related to employee records, leave management, and benefits reconciliation.

23. Assist with projects, activities, and HR event logistics, including Annual Open Enrollment, New Personnel Orientation, and Employee Development Program sessions.

24. Assist with drafting and proofreading correspondence and reports for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation for HR documentation.

25. Stay updated on changes in labor laws and regulations impacting employee records, FMLA , benefits billing, and HR practices.

26. Coordinate with campus and center representatives to schedule and complete appointments for all employees receiving College benefits on or before their hire date. To ensure new hires complete all required payroll paperwork and receive an overview of the College’s employee benefits, enrollment procedures, and available resources.

27. Represent Human Resources at campus events and employee outreach activities

28. Perform all other duties assigned by the Coordinator of Employee Relations and/or Associate Vice President of Human Resources.

Mandatory Qualifications

(M1) Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.

(M2) Minimum of 2 years of experience in Human Resources, Finance, and/or Business Operations.

(M3) Excellent organizational and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage multiple tasks, and improve processes.

(M4) Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information, lead meetings, respond to inquiries, and communicate sensitive information professionally and appropriately.

(M5) Demonstrated proficiency in technology, including Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, and OneDrive.

(M6) Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with an approachable, patient, responsive, and collaborative demeanor and a commitment to providing a positive employee experience when interacting with employees at all levels.

Desirable Qualifications

(D1) Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

(D2) Prior experience in the administration of benefits, particularly with regard to the state of MS benefits packages/coverages.

(D3) Prior experience conducting new hire meetings, discussing employee benefits, communicating retirement benefits, etc.

(D4) Prior higher education employment experience with SCT Banner.

(D5) Prior experience in handling highly sensitive and confidential information.

(D6) Prior experience in a fast paced/dynamic environment.

EEO/Compliance

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer, P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address [e-mail].

The College:

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, Mississippi Gulf Coast Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification

Classification Staff

Open Date

Open Date 10/28/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/10/2026

Open Until Filled No

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

PERS and Work Visa Notice: The Public Employees’ Retirement System ( PERS ) is mandatory for all full-time employees. PERS contributions also apply to part-time employees who are already contributing to PERS through another full-time employer.

Full-time employees who have never contributed to PERS and begin a full-time position after March 1, 2026, will automatically be placed in Tier 5. Employees who previously requested a refund from PERS after leaving covered employment will also automatically be placed in Tier 5.

Additional information about PERS Tier 5 is available at https://www.pers.ms.gov/Tier5 .

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The College does not sponsor applicants for work visas, including but not limited to H-1B visas.