Human Resources Professional III

The California State University; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental & Vision

Life & Disability

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Job summary

The California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a Human Resources Professional III in the Compensation Services department within the Division of Human Resources and Inclusive Excellence. The position supports the Independent Contractor Program, policy interpretation, and records management.

You will analyze classifications, advise departments on CSU policies, maintain personnel files, and help ensure compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience.
• An advanced degree may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional-level program administration and policy interpretation.
• Support Independent Contractor determinations, ensuring compliance with laws and CSU policies.
• Maintain employee personnel files and oversee records retention and governance.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Record management

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Job no: 562926
Work type: Staff
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Human Resources

Job Title

Human Resources Professional III

Classification

Human Resources Professional III

Auto Req. ID

562926

Salary Range

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,797 - $5,913 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

The Compensation Services department within the Division of Human Resources and Inclusive Excellence is responsible for managing employee classification, compensation, and related personnel processes. The department ensures that staff and management positions are appropriately classified and compensated in alignment with CSU systemwide standards and collective bargaining agreements. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Human Resources Professional III. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Compensation Services Manager, the Human Resources Professional III provides professional-level program administration, policy interpretation, compliance analysis, and operational support for the Independent Contractor Program and personnel records functions within Compensation Services. Provides skilled and proactive support for Independent Contractor determinations requiring analysis and interpretation of federal and state worker classification requirements, CSU policies, collective bargaining agreements, and university procedures. Exercises independent judgment in reviewing and evaluating complex Independent Contractor requests and determining appropriate courses of action. Advises departments on the impact of policies and procedures to ensure CSUF remains compliant with applicable laws, regulations, CSU policies, and collective bargaining agreements.

Maintains employee personnel files in accordance with applicable laws, collective bargaining agreements, CSU policy, and records retention requirements. Ensures the integrity, accuracy, security, and accessibility of official personnel records through records governance, quality assurance, and compliance review activities. Supports records retention activities for personnel files and provides guidance regarding records management requirements. Addresses sensitive and complex matters with diplomacy and discretion and exercises independent judgment. Researches and interprets policy and procedural issues, evaluates the impact of policy changes, and develops recommendations to improve operational effectiveness and compliance. Independently performs a wide range of administrative, analytical, and technical responsibilities in support of the department and division.

Collects and analyzes data, prepares reports, identifies trends, and supports strategic initiatives and projects. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience. Additional experience, which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above, may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Working independently under general supervision, performs advanced human resources work and exercises lead oversight for most projects and responsibilities. Applies advanced knowledge or expertise in one or more human resources disciplines to recommend and implement strategic plans and initiatives. Demonstrates advanced discernment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. In collaboration with management, oversees, assesses, formulates, and evaluates programs, policies, and procedures. Decision-making is based on human resources best practices, relevant regulations, advanced experience, and university goals and practices. Work is focused on ensuring alignment with overall objectives. Handles multiple work priorities and may provide lead work direction with accountability for results.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of human resources or a specialty area. Demonstrated competence in independently applying advanced judgment to resolve difficult and complex problems and issues. Proven experience in handling complex personal situations and the demonstrated ability to deescalate sensitive situations. Advanced analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize, and manage the successful completion of projects within time and budget constraints. Ability to effectively represent the university, engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders and university leadership. Advanced skill in mentoring or overseeing the work of other professional staff. Ability to understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to devise and develop strategic solutions. Advanced skill to appropriately use technology and relevant human resource information systems and management tools.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position. Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process. Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring anynewH-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: Oct 08 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 22 2026 Pacific Daylight Time