HR Generalist

Radford University Portal • Radford, VA

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About The Position

Reporting to the Employment Manager, this position will provide human resource expertise, exemplary service and strategic support and consultation to the assigned departments at Radford University. This position will also serve as the primary contact providing guidance, advice and assistance in various human resource functional areas to include employment, benefits, classification, and compensation for faculty, staff, and wage employees. This position requires strong customer service and solutions focused orientation, excellent communication skills, with the ability to support a diverse range of internal stakeholders in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. Guided by our core values, we thrive in an environment where community, collaboration and inclusiveness are valued. We believe diversity drives innovation, excellence, perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We are REAL , RESILIENT , and RESPONSIVE – we’re Highlanders. If you are results driven and customer focused seeking an opportunity in a fast-paced environment, then don’t wait any longer and apply for the HR Generalist.

Requirements

• Demonstrated, relevant experience in human resources, public administration or business
• Considerable working knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of human resources management
• Ability to make independent decisions or make recommendations to resolve issues
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds on all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to work with highly sensitive and confidential information and materials
• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply federal, state and university laws, regulations, policies and procedures
• Experience with current office software, like Microsoft Office and database programs to produce reports and analyze data to support departmental programs and initiatives

Nice To Haves

• Extensive human resources experience in employment, benefits, classification, and compensation
• PHR / SPHR certification
• Experience with human resources information systems like PeopleAdmin, Banner, PMIS , BES
• Relevant experience in higher education or state government
• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resource management, public administration or related field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level