Human Resources Generalist

Westcliff University•Irvine, CA

17d•$65,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Westcliff University is a leader in innovative global education, respected for its transformative, technologically advanced programs and initiatives with a focus on excellence, social responsibility, and diversity. The university's tagline, “Educate. Inspire, Empower.”, reflects its mission to enhance the opportunities of its students and employees for success through empowerment, education, and hard work. By joining the Westcliff team, individuals will play a significant role in the company's growth and have the opportunity to make a tangible impact. The Human Resources Generalist will provide comprehensive support and response to employees and managers to facilitate successful HR programs and business practices. This role is key within the organization and the HR department, with responsibilities including new hire onboarding, training, policy implementation and compliance, benefits administration, termination, and HR best practices. The HR Generalist will report to the HR Business Partner to provide overall support to the organization's business leaders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field, required
A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a Human Resources administration related field
Experience in the general principles and practices of human resource administration
Ability to utilize HRIS system software
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Skilled in verbal and written communication
Proficient in Excel or Google Sheet and ability to sort and analyze large volume of data
Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive information with tact and discretion

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with focus on workers compensation, training and development a plus

Responsibilities

Perform general administrative duties including, but not limited to responding to employee questions related to University policies and procedures, benefits and other HR related inquiries
Manage the onboarding and orientation process for all new employees, including staff and faculty, with completion of required paperwork
Educate and train newly hired employees on University policies and benefits, internal process and procedures
Maintain Human Resources records by updating new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications in PayChex system
Create physical and digital Human Resources personnel files for all employees; responsible for retention and archiving of all personnel records
Maintain the organization’s Employee Handbook and update the Handbook as needed
Assist employees with questions and enrollment of benefits including health, 401k and disability
Coordinate with insurance broker and provide administrative data for benefits enrollment
Prepare and submit letters for verification of employment for employees as needed
Conduct exit interviews prior to employee’s separation
Generate reports for employee data and listing upon request
Other duties as assigned