Human Resources Consultant, College of Engineering
About The Position
Penn State Human Resources is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, customer-focused individual who will develop, plan, and implement a wide variety of human resources activities across multiple human resource functions within the College of Engineering including recruitment, hiring and retention; employee and labor relations; equal opportunity; organizational development; talent management; total rewards and compensation; position management; and compliance monitoring. The position will counsel full-time and part-time employees, as well as management on policies and procedures; initiate and/or respond to inquiries such as performance concerns; analyze data and prepare reports; provide unit representation on various committees; and work with the Human Resources staff to implement new and/or continuing legal requirements or initiatives. The successful candidate must demonstrate knowledge of broad concepts, policies and procedures related to human resources.
Requirements
- An outstanding customer service orientation
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment
- 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
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Responsibilities
- Develop, plan, and implement a wide variety of human resources activities across multiple human resource functions within the College of Engineering including recruitment, hiring and retention; employee and labor relations; equal opportunity; organizational development; talent management; total rewards and compensation; position management; and compliance monitoring.
- Counsel full-time and part-time employees, as well as management on policies and procedures.
- Initiate and/or respond to inquiries such as performance concerns.
- Analyze data and prepare reports.
- Provide unit representation on various committees.
- Work with the Human Resources staff to implement new and/or continuing legal requirements or initiatives.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
- Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
