SUBR | Human Resources Generalist

Southern University System; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern University System in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to manage HRIS transactions and provide broad HR support across functions. This full-time position emphasizes accurate processing, data integrity, and customer service.

The role includes personnel actions, onboarding, audits, reports, and compliance with state and federal laws. A bachelor’s degree and four years of professional HR experience are required; experience with HRIS systems such as Banner or LaGov

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience.
• Experience with HRIS and HR operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain employee lifecycle transactions in the HRIS.
• Ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance in personnel actions.
• Coordinate employment verification and onboarding activities.
• Assist with HRIS testing, system enhancements, and process improvements.
• Provide guidance to departments regarding HR processes and documentation requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field

Tools

Banner

LaGov HCM

HRIS

Job description

SUBR | Human Resources Generalist | Position Type: Full-Time Unclassified | Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

Application Deadline: September 20, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of employee lifecycle transactions while providing comprehensive human resources support across a variety of functional areas. The HR Generalist also provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team, assists employees and departments with HR-related inquiries, and contributes to initiatives that promote efficient HR operations and exceptional customer service.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process and maintain employee lifecycle transactions, including new hires, promotions, transfers, salary changes, benefits deductions, and separations in the University's Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of personnel actions while maintaining data integrity and compliance with university, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with Payroll and campus departments to resolve personnel action issues and ensure accurate employee records.
• Process employment paperwork for full-time and adjunct employees, ensuring all required documentation, approvals, contract amounts, and position information are complete and accurate.
• Conduct routine audits of employee records and HR transactions to maintain data quality and regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance to departments regarding HR processes, personnel actions, and employment documentation requirements.
• Monitor and track employment-related actions, including licenses and certifications, probationary periods, appointments, and position updates.
• Generate standard and ad hoc reports to support HR operations, compliance, and decision-making.
• Coordinate employment verification requests, personnel inquiries, and other employee service requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Support recruitment and talent acquisition activities, including employment processing and onboarding.
• Assist with HRIS testing, system enhancements, and implementation of process improvements.
• Assist with compliance audits and maintain adherence to university, state, and federal employment laws, policies, and procedures.
• Provide administrative support to Human Resources initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Experience working with Banner, LaGov HCM, or a comparable Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience working within Louisiana state government or another public-sector organization.
• Knowledge of Louisiana Civil Service Rules and federal and state employment laws.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. A master's degree may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience, and six (6) years of full-time professional human resources experience may satisfy both the education and experience requirements.

Point of Contact:

Kretrice Chisley | Director

Human Resources

[e-mail]

A criminal background check and reference verification are required.

EEO/ADA Statement:

The Southern University System complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws. Southern University and A&M College forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable federal and state laws. This commitment applies to but is not limited to decisions concerning hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other college-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.