Human Resources Specialist

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CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Human Resources Specialist Specialist assists with the administration of the day-to-day operations of Human Resources functions and duties in one or more of the following functional areas: Client Services (employee relations), training and organizational development, benefits, compensation, talent acquisition, workplace equity and performance, etc.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Assists with the implementation of the department’s services, policies, and programs including supporting department staff with data gathering for projects, performance of administrative duties, and process improvement efforts, etc.
2. Compiles and maintains departmental records, logs, databases, and/or HR forms.
3. Tracks departmental measurements that support the accomplishment of the University’s strategic goals as the Human Resources mission.
4. Prepares and maintains reports that are necessary to carry out the specific HR function.
5. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars as necessary and to represent the department.
6. Provides customer service for an area by reviewing and responding, via phone, email or in person, to employee requests and questions concerning department services, activities, and general operations. Directs questions, complaints, and other employees’ concerns to the appropriate staff for handling.
7. Assists with the development of department communications by drafting and/or editing communication content. Reviews HR functional area webpages to ensure the accuracy of information. Works with department leadership to correct misinformation.
8. Serves as a liaison between other functional HR areas.
9. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license

Experience:
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required

Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

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