Human Resources Generalist I
About The Position
The Human Resources Generalist I provides comprehensive human resources support to multiple academic departments within the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering. The position coordinates personnel, payroll, and employment activities; processes transactions through University systems; prepares electronic personnel actions and Letters of Appointment; coordinates separations; maintains personnel records; and supports biweekly payroll and time administration. The role also assists with employment-related requests such as background screenings, employment verification, alternate work location agreements, and UFID requests while ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures. The position supports Graduate Assistant appointments and evaluations, communicates deadlines, monitors compliance requirements, and guides departments on HR and payroll processes. The incumbent provides cross-functional team support, participates in process improvement initiatives, and builds positive relationships with faculty, staff, and campus partners. Success requires strong organization, attention to detail, customer service, communication, and the ability to manage competing priorities independently and collaboratively.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Florida Driver's License.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Professionalism, dependability, and commitment to accuracy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with University of Florida Human Resources policies and procedures.
- Experience with PeopleSoft Personnel Administration and Payroll.
- Experience with MyUFL Human Resources transactions.
- Experience with ePAF processing.
- Experience with Graduate Assistant, Student Assistant, and OPS employment.
- Experience with foreign national hiring processes.
- Experience with Payroll and Time & Labor administration.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive human resources support for multiple academic departments.
- Coordinate personnel, payroll, and employment activities.
- Process personnel transactions through University systems.
- Prepare electronic personnel actions and Letters of Appointment for Graduate Assistants, Fellows, OPS employees, and Student Assistants.
- Coordinate employee separations and maintain accurate personnel records.
- Support biweekly payroll and time administration.
- Assist with background screenings, employment verification, alternate work location agreements, UFID requests, and other HR processes.
- Ensure HR activities comply with University policies and procedures.
- Support Graduate Assistant appointments and evaluations.
- Communicate critical deadlines, monitor compliance requirements, and provide guidance on HR and payroll processes.
- Provide cross-functional support, participate in process improvement initiatives, and foster positive relationships across the College and University.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
