Human Resources Generalist

Augustana University • Sioux Falls, SD

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About The Position

Augustana University invites applications for a full-time Human Resources Generalist. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Human Resources, this position provides comprehensive HR support to faculty, staff and supervisors, including employee relations, policy interpretation, benefits administration and employment processes. The Generalist serves as a trusted resource for assigned university departments and collaborates with campus partners to support HR operations, improve processes and foster a positive workplace environment. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to responsive, confidential HR services.

The role supports assigned departments with employee relations, performance management and university policies. It coordinates HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, employment transactions, appointment letters, benefits administration and immigration-related employment processes. The position also responds to employee and supervisor inquiries, maintains employee records, coordinates transactions with Payroll and other campus partners, and collaborates on leave, accommodations, workers’ compensation and compliance matters. Additional work includes identifying process improvements, providing cross-functional coverage, assisting with policy implementation, communications, reporting and departmental initiatives, and performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Augustana University is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The university describes its education as grounded in Christian faith, liberal arts, excellence, community and service. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act; finalists must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check, and official transcripts may be required upon employment. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least two years of progressively responsible human resources experience involving employee support and HR administration.
• Working knowledge of HR practices, employment regulations and confidential recordkeeping.
• Strong organizational, communication and customer service skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to learn new HR functions and collaborate effectively with campus partners.
• Respect for and appreciation of academic values and culture, and the ability to interact with students, faculty and leaders from different backgrounds and points of view.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multiple HR functions, including benefits administration, recruitment, onboarding or employee relations.
• Experience working with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• Previous experience in higher education.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR resource for assigned departments, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management and university policies.
• Coordinate assigned HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employment transactions, appointment letters, benefits administration and immigration-related employment processes.
• Respond to employee and supervisor inquiries, providing timely assistance and appropriate referrals.
• Maintain accurate employee records and coordinate employment transactions with Payroll and other campus partners.
• Collaborate with campus partners on employee leave, accommodations, workers’ compensation and compliance matters.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes, improve efficiency and enhance employee services.
• Provide cross-functional HR support, including backup coverage for designated HR functions.
• Assist with policy implementation, employee communications, reporting and departmental initiatives.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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