Human Resources Generalist - Empire State University

Job Description:

Empire State University currently seeks a Human Resource Generalist in the Office of Human Resources located in Saratoga Springs, NY. The selected incumbent will be responsible for working closely with the OHR team in the areas of benefits, recruitment, and university-wide initiatives. This position will also provide day-to-day support in a wide variety of human resources activities. The successful candidate shall have a demonstrated ability to work with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, excellent independent judgement, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. The Human Resources Generalist will need to develop working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels, work independently and as part of a team, have strong analytical and decision-making skills, and should be quality and customer service orientated.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Manage the full cycle of employee recruitment process which includes reviewing search requisitions, posting jobs, guiding hiring managers and search committees, reviewing search materials, communication with applicants and closing out the search process.

• Partner with the Title IX and Affirmative Action Officer and the Chief Diversity Officer in ongoing review of recruitment policy development and search committee procedures to ensure a continued promotion of diversity, equity and inclusion through recruitment, search and hiring practices.

• Ongoing review and revision of recruitment policies and procedures to ensure compliance with college, federal, NYS and SUNY guidelines.

• Support benefits administration, performance management and payroll operations, as needed.

• Coordinate, monitor and track university-wide HR mandated training.

• Assist OHR staff with university-wide initiatives and communication.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 2 years' experience in Human Resources; OR a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or a closely related field.

• Ability to maintain confidential/sensitive information.

• Strong analytical, computer, problem-solving and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and web-based systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working within SUNY or a higher education setting.

• Prior experience working in or with in a unionized environment.

• Knowledge of State and Federal employment regulations and laws.

Special Information:

• This position is located in Saratoga Springs, NY.

• Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.

• Occasional travel may be required.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Information:

Rank/Salary: Management/Confidential / $55,000+, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Empire State University is an EOE employer.

We are pleased to offer our employees an excellent benefit package which includes NYS health insurance, free dental and vision, competitive retirement options, and generous vacation, sick and holiday accruals; and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. We also offer professional-development activities for professionals and support staff.

IF YOU NEED A DISABILITY-RELATED ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE ADA COORDINATOR AT (518) 587-2100, ext. 2240. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TITLE II CRIME AWARENESS AND SECURITY ACT, A COPY OF OUR CRIME STATISTICS IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST BY CALLING (518) 587-2100, ext. 2800. IT CAN ALSO BE VIEWED ON-LINE AT THE SAFETY AND SECURITY WEBSITE AT www.sunyempire.edu/safety-security.

Application Instructions:

Applications Due By: Applications accepted until position is filled.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit the following documents, which are required for consideration by clicking on the APPLY NOW button:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Name and contact information of three references

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