Human Resources Consultant

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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Human Resources is seeking a dynamic, customer-focused, and detail-oriented individual to support the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research, The Graduate School, and the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications in planning, implementing, and sustaining a wide range of human resources activities and functions. Job duties and functions include recruitment, onboarding, and retention of all unit employees (full-time and part-time faculty and staff, tech services, etc.); employment contract development and tracking; employee and labor relations; organizational development; talent management; total rewards and compensation; position management; diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives and compliance monitoring. The position will support all aspects of our units' Human Resources, including but not limited to policy and procedure development and interpretation; employee performance; data input, analysis, and maintenance, standard and custom reporting, support of Workday and other human resources related data as needed; provide unit representation on various committees; and work with the Human Resources staff to implement new and/or continuing legal requirements or initiatives.

As a staff member of Penn State Human Resources, you will be joining a team of individuals who have the ambition to help Penn State succeed. Workforce diversity, cultural inclusiveness, and employment equity are deeply rooted in Penn State's historic mission and are critical to our success. Just as we are committed to a diverse educational environment, we are also committed to a diverse working community. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The successful candidate must demonstrate knowledge of broad concepts, policies and procedures related to human resources. They must possess:

• An outstanding customer service orientation

• Commitment to fostering diversity and equal opportunity

• Superior written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Aptitude for implementing technology-driven approaches to ongoing work processes

• A high level of confidentiality and sound judgment

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with various levels of executives, administrators and staff

• A track record of creativity and flexibility in problem solving

• Willingness to embrace and champion change

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

This position will be filled at the Advanced Professional or Senior Professional level, depending on the final applicant's experience and education. The Advanced Professional requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional experience and/or education are required for higher level positions.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$68,200.00 - $115,100.00

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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