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Human Resources Generalist

Employer
New Mexico Highlands University
Location
New Mexico, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Apr 26, 2023

Position Details

Position Information

Position
Human Resources Generalist

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Job Type
Regular

Position Summary

This position provides expertise on a broad and comprehensive range of human resources activities including recruitment, compensation, benefits administration, performance management, talent development, employment transactions, policy compliance, and other related HR functional areas.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of NMHU personnel.
• Ensures all hiring processes are effective and legally compliant.
• Investigates human resources concerns, needs, and issues; evaluates situations, navigates, and directs departments to the various resources available.
•Serves as a first point-of-contact for departments and schools regarding HR concerns, needs and issues; evaluates situations, navigates, and directs departments to the various resources available.
• Provides guidance to supervisors regarding adherence to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements; identifies innovative solutions and options to address complex human resource management issues.
• Approves personnel actions to include compensation and classification changes, personnel transactions, administers benefit changes and other related human resources processes.
• Reviews and verifies incoming and outgoing documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of University policies, processes and resources, as well as applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Assists with projects to improve the quality of HR services provided.
• Assists in the planning, development, and modification of human resources programs to better serve the needs of the University.
• Assists in the planning, development, and modification of human resources programs to better serve the needs of the University.
• Conducts research, analysis, and studies to address issues and problems related to human resources, recommends programs or actions to resolve problems and enhance services.
• Assists with the University’s recruitment and hiring processes by developing and reviewing job descriptions and advertisements, posts open positions, administers applicant tracking system, and conducts final review of the search materials.
• Coordinates health, life, disability insurance, retirement, and all other benefit enrollments and separations, and communicates with service providers concerning routine administration.
• Provides a range of high-level support and problem resolution to client constituencies, other HR staff and/or members of the public.
• Serves as the primary point of contact or liaison with a range of various issues applicable to the specified area of expertise.
• Facilitates meetings with HR staff, as appropriate, and provides training and information dissemination regarding new or modified processes, systems, or procedures.
• Guides supervisors in the use of performance management, corrective action plans, and disciplinary actions.
• Advises employees and managers regarding benefits and leave programs (i.e. short-term disability, long-term disability, family medical leave ( FMLA ), etc.).
• Coordinates benefits open enrollment with employees and benefit vendors.
• Assists in the administration of the student employment program.
• Processes of all documents and employee information in the HRIS system in a timely fashion by keeping employee records up-to-date.
• Processes benefit paperwork (e.g. cobra notifications, insurance enrollment applications, etc.).
• Processes initial unemployment responses and represents the University in unemployment hearings.
• Conducts investigations as required.
• Manages worker’s compensation claims and accident reports; processes year-end reporting.
• Supervises HR Technician staff and provides professional development and performance management; provides guidance on unusual and/or complex problems.
• Manages worker’s compensation claims and accident reports; processes year-end reporting.
• Composes written correspondence.
• Leads, guides, and supports the activities of support staff, as appropriate.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: Associate’s Degree in related field.
• Experience: Five (5) years of direct work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and experience with Ellucian BANNER Human Resources module.
• Knowledge of and experience with administration of employee benefits programs.
• Previous work in a union environment.
• SHRM -CP certification.
• Bilingual skills in the English and Spanish languages.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employers as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers.
• All employees must fully uphold all principles of confidentiality. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate termination.
• Disclaimer: The information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

New Mexico Highlands University has implemented a mandatory COVID -19 vaccine requirement for NMHU students and employees. For detailed information, visit Coronavirus ( COVID -19) information – New Mexico Highlands University (nmhu.edu)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of HR processes and systems as well as governing regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects and manage numerous deadlines in an environment where business needs may change, and priorities may require constant reprioritizing. • Ability to protect confidential information and communicate with discretion in all matters related to employees and internal processes.
• Skilled in office related computer programs and human resources software and applications.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
• Knowledge of current federal and state employment law and regulations.
• Ability to prepare and present training programs and materials.
• Ability to effectively supervise support staff and guide to maximum efficacy/efficiency.
• Knowledge of compensation administration principles and procedures.
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.

Physical Demands

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to: walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. May be required to stand for long periods. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Mental Demands: There are several deadlines associated with this position. The employee must also multi-task and interact with a wide variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues.

Working Environment

• Normal office conditions exist, noise level may vary, and overnight travel may be required.
• Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.

Pay Rate
$55,000

Work Location/Campus Center
Las Vegas, NM Campus

EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness. For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu. Visit the link below for more information regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity: Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
AS631P

Open Date
04/26/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

A complete online application must include: 1) Letter of interest/cover letter; 2) Resume; 3) Names, telephone numbers and email address of three (3) professional supervisory references in online application; 4) copies of unofficial transcripts. Candidates who are invited for on-campus interviews will be required to submit official transcripts. References will be contacted in conjunction with on-campus interview. Upload required materials with online application. For disabled access or services, call (505) 454-3242 or contact Human Resources at hr@nmhu.edu. NMHU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Quick Link
https://nmhu.peopleadmin.com/postings/7629
Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest
  2. Resume
  3. Unofficial Transcripts Conferring Required Degree
Optional Documents
  1. Letter(s) of Recommendation
  2. License/Certificate


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