HR Senior Position Management Consultant

University of Georgia • Athens, GA

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About The Position

The HR Senior Position Management Consultant at the University of Georgia plays a vital role in supporting the university's strategic goals through effective position management. This position involves conducting job analyses, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and collaborating with various HR units to enhance talent acquisition and organizational efficiency. The consultant is responsible for maintaining accurate job descriptions and classifications, thereby contributing to a sustainable workforce.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in a relevant field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in human resources, preferably in position management, classification, or compensation.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough job analyses to accurately classify new positions and determine exempt or non-exempt status.
• Review and approve reclassifications and position updates to ensure alignment with job responsibilities and organizational changes.
• Create, update, and maintain accurate position records, including job titles, descriptions, and classifications.
• Manage position changes within the HR system, ensuring timely and accurate updates and approvals.
• Collaborate with the Workforce Planning team to support reorganization efforts, conduct job analyses, and establish service-level agreements with campus partners.
• Coordinate with the Career Progression team on the standards for promotions and transfers within and outside of job families and functions.
• Ensure consistent application of classification standards and processes across the university.
• Manage limited-term and interim position reviews, in partnership with other University HR units.
• Assess temporary work assignments, evaluating additional duties to determine the appropriate level of work and/or classification.
• Engage with the Budget Office to confirm funding allocations for positions, ensuring timely approvals and efficient resource utilization.
• Work closely with University HR units, such as Classification and Compensation, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Benefits, and Workforce Engagement.
• Support unit and organization objectives for various partners across UGA including, but not limited to, Equal Opportunity and the Office of Faculty Affairs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to our university community, providing guidance and support on position management inquiries.
• Deliver training and support to UHR team members, HR liaisons, and hiring managers on position management procedures and tools.
• Maintain strict adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including those related to exempt status, overtime, and wage and hour laws.
• Document job evaluation processes, results, and recommendations to support compliance and decision-making.
• Monitor position data for Prevailing Wage compliance, reviewing position details and minimum qualifications.
• Assess position data for Affordable Care Act compliance, ensuring accurate position details and appropriate conversion efforts.
• Perform other related position management duties as assigned, which may include project work.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan (TRS or ORP)
• Benefits Eligible
• Full Time Employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees