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Human Resources Generalist
Under the guidance of the Director of Human Resources, the generalist carries
out responsibilities in the following functional areas: recruitment/employment
onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, training, and
employment law compliance. This position requires an extremely perceptive
person who is capable of relating to individuals at all levels within the
organization. The HR Generalist must be sensitive to serving the University
needs with the objective of supporting administration and employee goodwill.
Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the
Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
Benefits Include:
Retirement benefits with an 8% match
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Free or discounted tuition for employees and dependents
Discounted Meal Plan
Discounted membership at the campus Wellness Center
Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:
Recruitment: Facilitates the recruitment efforts of the University to
include managing Position Justification Forms, job descriptions, and job
postings; ensures appropriate documents and approvals are on file before a
position is posted; reviews Hiring for Mission documents for all final
candidates before moving them forward; coordinates with hiring
manager(s) to determine best recruiting process for position(s) to
identify and attract quality candidates; manages candidate activity in the
applicant tracking system (ATS); conducts new-employee onboarding;
performs background checks.
Employee Relations: Answers employee questions and gives guidance on
policy; Conducts exit interviews, analyzes data, provides recommendations
to senior leadership as warranted. Handles regular communication updates
on my.umary.edu and sending out emails to notify employees of events.
Responsible for issuing annual appointment renewals for administrative
staff, part and full time faculty, and coaches.
Benefits Administration: Monitors employee eligibility for benefits plans.
Reviews benefits with employees and processes enrollment, cancellation or
changes. Organizes and manages annual open enrollment communications and
election process in collaboration with USI and WPS partners. Maintains WPS
system with new and cancelled employees. Handles leave requests and FMLA
notices.
Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports
from the database (Jenzabar, Balanced Comp ,Vector Solutions, JazzHR,
benefits enrollment portal, Bravera 403b; serves as the liaison between HR
and IT. Maintains the Hire/Term/Status Change spreadsheet for the
HR/Payroll department.
Maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits
laws and regulations; Assists with employee personnel files as necessary;
Ensures compliance with USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility
Verification; periodically audits Forms I-9. Updates name and address
changes.
Manages the following events: GA Luncheon, New Employee Orientation, Lunch
and Learns, Regents and Service Awards. Assist Director of HR in the daily
administration of other HR services as assigned including various research
and/or special projects; Serves on various committees on behalf of HR,
including the Data Standards Committee.
Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience Include:
Required: Bachelor's degree in human resources or other related field or
equivalent professional experience
Preferred: HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) strongly
preferred
Required: Two or more years of HR or related experience with demonstrated
skills in recruitment, benefits administration, and/or general HR work;
strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word, and
Excel
Preferred: Five or more years HR generalist experience; HR certification
credential (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP); proficiency with HR
management systems or similar technology
Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae , the
apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Human
Resources and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict's
admonition that all be received as Christ.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies
related to human resources
Ability to relate and communicate with all levels of employees through
excellent listening and communication skills that engender trust and
support
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to research and analyze various types of data information
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Demonstrated experience/maturity to handle confidential and sensitive
information
About the University of Mary
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by
the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful
Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of
approximately 75,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly
neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime
rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an
enrollment of over 3,800 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association.
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by
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Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain
open until filled.
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