Job Postings
Senior HR Generalist
| Position Title: | Senior HR Generalist |
| Location: | Big Rapids (Main Campus) |
| Department: | 53000 - Human Resources |
| Advertised Salary: | 48,000-52,000 Salary commensurate with education, experinces and other requirements. Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.) |
| FLSA: | Exempt |
| Temporary/Continuing: | Continuing |
| Part-Time/Full-Time: | Full-Time |
| Union Group: | N/A |
| Term of Position: | 12 Month |
| At Will/Just Cause: | Just Cause |
| Summary of Position: | The Senior HR Generalist is responsible for the consistent delivery of a broad range of analytical HR support while administering policies, process, procedures and programs covering several or all of the following areas: employment, immigration and labor relations. The Senior HR Generalist must display a commitment to providing superior customer service and value while working with a diversity constituency. The Senior HR Generalist is expected to be responsive, excel at problem solving, and possesses the ability to multi-task in a high volume department. To be successful in the role, the Senior HR Generalist must have demonstrated strength in communicating effectively, timely and professionally. Proficiency with MS Office including Excel and the attention to detail is required. |
| Position Type: | Staff |
| Required Education: | Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. |
| Required Work Experience: | At least two years of recent work experience in or related to Human Resource activities. Demonstrated experience with Human Resource process. Demonstrated proficiency with technology and the ability to perform job functions using MS Office Suite. |
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: | SHRM – CP or PHR Specific experience in administering policies and programs covering several or all of the following areas: recruitment, compensation, employment, immigration and labor relations Experience with complex data analysis. Experience in a higher education or union environment. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in HRS systems. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Banner HR. |
| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: | 1. Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and contributes to an inclusive working and learning environment. 2. Serve as the primary contact for position description creation and updates and ensure compliance with contracts, policy, procedures and regulations. 3. Serve as the primary contact for unemployment processing, monitoring and billing, including serving as our representative at unemployment hearings. 3. Process employee separations, including communication, system processing, tracking, and meetings. 4. Prepare the regular BOT report for CHRO review. 5. Provide FNTFO contract tracking and processing. 6. Assist with the credentialing process of all employees. 7. Provide information and collect data for the immigration process, work with the CHRO and legal counsel. 8. Provide information and process in areas such as but not limited to position reclassification, ADA, & Blended Assignments. 9. Review time entry information for assigned areas. 10. Serve as a back up for the recruitment and hiring process. 11. Serve as a back up for Student Employment. 12.Provide complete, accurate and timely data entry in the HRS system. 13. Provide excellent customer service, be responsive to inquires, and work to identify and resolve problems. 14. Maintain cooperative professional relationships with applicants, employees, peers, supervisor, managers and the community in general, in a professional manner in-person, via email and other interactions. 15. Responsible for maintaining, reconciling, and auditing HR data. 16. Guide faculty and staff in compliance with policies/procedures and contract language. 17. Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations related to HR responsibilities. 18. Carry out responsibilities in accordance with University policies, procedures, and applicable laws. 19. Maintain confidentiality of appropriate HR and employee information. 20. Travel to other Ferris locations, as assigned and needed. 21. Consistently demonstrate high standards of responsibility with integrity by supporting the FSU mission, vision, and core values. 22. Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the Universities Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Plan and Goals in your daily functions. 23. Perform other related duties and functions as assigned. |
| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: | Assist and serve as a functional back-up to other Human Resource functions. Provide coordination and support for training and other Human Resources sponsored events. Provide training on appropriate HR topics. Receive, log, and process Personnel Action Forms. Participate in, or chair, various committees as assigned. Attend meetings and conferences as required. |
| Skills and Abilities: | Communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing, Demonstrated skill in reading and interpreting documents. Compose original written materials. Achieve a strong working knowledge of HRIS and applicant tracking system. Demonstrated basic mathematics skills, sufficient to perform functions such a percentage, pay and other calculations. Display a high degree of judgement, discretion and confidentiality. Work cooperatively with a variety of employees, vendors, and departments. Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Ability to have a flexible work schedule, when necessary. Understand complexities of bargaining unit contracts. Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | All candidates must submit a cover letter and resume. Transcription 1 (required): Applicants must attach a copy of the unofficial transcript of a Bachelor's degree. Transcripts must include: Institution name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. |
| Initial Application Review Date: | May 20, 2024 |
| Open Until Position is Filled?: | Yes |
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| Contact Information: | For inquiries related to this job posting, please contact Ferris State University’s Human Resources Department at (231) 591-2150, Monday – Friday between 8am and 5pm EST, or email us at fsujobs@ferris.edu. |
| EEO Statement: | Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity, and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
