Human Resources Generalist I

Inside Higher Ed; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,993 - 36,285; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A prominent education institution in Gainesville, FL, is seeking an HR Generalist I to support faculty, staff, and students. The role involves managing recruitment, onboarding, and compliance within a collaborative campus environment. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of HR experience, preferably in higher education. The position offers a competitive salary of $23.95 - $26.34 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in HR, preferably in higher education.
• Strong detail-oriented and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding of students.
• Track and enforce compliance with training requirements.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and reports.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication (written and verbal)

Service-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

UF HR systems

Roster

ATS

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Information

• Job No: 538685
• Work Type: Full Time
• Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
• Categories: Human Resources, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Veteran's Preference Eligible
• Department: 23010100 - CJC-JOURN - COMMUNICA-ADMIN

Job Description

Classification Title: Human Resources Generalist I

Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The College of Journalism & Communications is looking for an HR Generalist I who's ready to help people thrive. In this role, you'll support faculty, staff, students, and volunteers by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and records management. If you're energized by detail‑driven problem‑solving and enjoy working in a collaborative campus environment, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Student hiring & onboarding: From posting OPS positions to managing employment actions—appointments, salary changes, terminations—you'll ensure every student is hired, trained, and on payroll in a timely manner.
• Compliance champion: Track and enforce all UF and federal training requirements, review audit reports, and proactively resolve gaps.
• Volunteer program lead: Coordinate on‑boarding, documentation, and compliance, turning volunteers into empowered contributors.
• Record‑keeping steward: Maintain precise personnel files, mitigate risks, and provide clear reports to leadership.
• Continuous improvement advocate: Identify workflow enhancements, contribute to HR projects, and help foster an engaging workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years in HR, preferably in higher education, covering recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and record‑keeping.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, excellent communication—both written and verbal—and a service‑oriented mindset.
• Tools: Proficiency in UF HR systems, Roster, and ATS; comfortable with spreadsheets and data analysis.
• Mindset: A proactive problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑moving, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement).
• Professional development opportunities in HR leadership and higher‑education best practices.
• A vibrant campus community focused on teamwork, innovation, and student success.
• Flexible work arrangements within the core Monday-Friday, 8am –5pm in‑person schedule.

Salary

$23.95 - $26.34 per hour; commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Knowledge of Salesforce, Adobe products a plus
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), HRCI
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft
• Bilingual abilities are a plus

Special Instructions To Applicants

Ready to help build your future with the College of Journalism and Communication, please apply to Careers - Come for a job. Grow a career. Gain a community. Upload your cover letter, resume, three professional references.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call [phone] or the Florida Relay System at [phone] (TDD). For additional questions or more information, contact search panel chair April J. Welcome at [e-mail].

Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The application packet will be submitted as one PDF file through the UF Jobs website at https://jobs.ufl.edu/. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre‑employment screening, which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

Application Details

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close: 20 February 2026

To apply, visit: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538685

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.