HR Generalist
Job Description
Department: Human Resources
Duration of Position: Full year / Full time
Work Schedule:
Employee Type: Administrator
Posting Date: 11/07/2024
Union Representation: Not Applicable
Posting Number: AS564P
Pay Rate:
Compensation:
The starting annual base salary range for this position is $60,405.80-$70,000.
When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations. The starting salary range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.
When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations. The starting salary range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.
About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.
Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.
Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.
Vassar College offers a comprehensive benefits package for administrators which includes:
Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.
Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.
Vassar College offers a comprehensive benefits package for administrators which includes:
- 22 vacation days for full time employees - prorated if not full time, unlimited paid personal and sick time for use at the supervisors approval.
- 14 paid holidays per year which includes the week between Christmas and New Years Day.
- A choice of three health plans (EPO, PPO, High Deductible), Participation in FSA, Dependent Care, and Transit programs.
- Voluntary, employee paid dental insurance plan.
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
- 403(b) defined contribution plan after one year of service. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/retirement/
- New hires will be automatically enrolled in the SRA at a 4% employee contribution per paycheck.
- Tuition benefits for undergraduate programs: Eligible after applicable waiting period. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/tuition/
Position Summary and Responsibilities
The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting daily HR processes and collaborating with other members of the department to support a positive employee experience. The role processes transactions efficiently and accurately within the Human Resources Information System related to all stages of the employment life cycle as well as recommends process audits, assessments, and continuous improvements.
Responsibilities
- Consistently apply existing practices, procedures and collective bargaining agreements to process effective and accurate transactions that support the movement of employees through the many stages of the employment life cycle.
- Serve as a point of contact for process and transaction questions as well as level 1 user questions about the Human Resources portions of Workday.
- Troubleshoot system errors and issues in collaboration with payroll, finance and computer information systems partner functions related to the maintenance and updates of the Human Resources Information System.
- Conduct analysis and make recommendations for system and process improvements that would enhance the employee experience, equity or effectiveness.
- Support the performance review process by initiating review cycles and running assessments on performance process engagement.
- Maintain accurate Human Resources records, surveys, reports, employee files, and procedural documentation.
- Support Human Resources events, initiatives, and functions in collaboration with other members of the Human Resources Department.
Qualifications
Required knowledge, skills and abilities:
- A Bachelors degree and minimum of 2+ years of experience working in human resources functions or related field or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Ability to communicate human resources policies and procedures to a variety of audiences.
- Fluency using a variety of technological systems.
- The ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
- A Masters degree in human resources or related field.
- SHRM Certification or other relevant certificates.
- Experience working in a unionized environment.
- Experience with payroll or finance processes.
- Experience with Workday.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources, 845-437-5820.
For full consideration applicants should apply by:
All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/4199.
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