Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S02614P Working Title Employee Relations Generalist/Coordinator Department CAES Finance and Administration About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) is among the best and most established U.S. colleges of agriculture. In its classrooms, its Agricultural Experiment Stations and its statewide network of UGA Cooperative Extension offices, the faculty and staff of CAES are dedicated to discovering, teaching, and delivering the science required for healthy living to flourish in Georgia. Agricultural and environmental sciences are only as important as the food you eat, the clothes you wear and the water and air around you. To improve the quality and guard the safety of life’s necessities, CAES has gathered world-renowned scientists and exceptional students.

The CAES encompasses nine academic departments, six official research centers, and one institute. It offers a diverse and comprehensive research portfolio based on a well-integrated blend of fundamental and translational research. Internationally recognized centers of excellence have emerged in the areas of plant breeding and genomics; food quality, food safety, and product development; and animal genetics, reproductive technology, and nutrition. The CAES operates nine college-wide research and education centers located across the state and comprising more than 11,000 acres, providing unprecedented opportunities for problem-solving research and technology transfer to growers and other stakeholders.

UGA Cooperative Extension is also part of CAES and was founded in 1914 to bring research-based agricultural information to the people of Georgia. County agents and specialists throughout the state share information on issues like water quality, profitability in agribusiness, family wellness, and life skills. UGA Extension coordinates 4-H, Georgia’s largest youth program. Each year, almost 200,000 young Georgians participate in community projects, summer camps and conferences on today’s issues while having fun and learning to work together. UGA Extension reaches more than 2 million Georgians through education programs each year. Millions more rely on UGA Extension’s publications, educational news articles and public television programming for advice and information.

http://www.caes.uga.edu/about/overview.html
http://www.caes.uga.edu/about/overview/snapshot.html

College/Unit/Department website http://www.caes.uga.edu/departments/finance-administration.html Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with occasional evening and weekend work to meet performance expectations

Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications Posting Date 02/22/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 04/01/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title HR/EEO/OD Professional Pay Grade FLSA Job Family FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college/university with a Bachelor’s degree plus five (5) years of experience in the field of Human Resources. Candidate’s degree should be in a field related to personnel management such as business administration, industrial relations, psychology, or equivalent. Employee Relations background a must. PHR Certification preferred.

Position Summary

This new role will serve as the primary employee relations and human resources support for UGA Cooperative Extension, and will be responsible for assisting the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences (CAES). It will advise and counsel management and staff on UGA policy and practices in the areas of performance management, FMLA/ADA, and benefits support. The position may be primarily based out of the CAES Business Office in Athens and report to the College’s Human Resources Director. This position will work closely with the Director of Extension County Operations, Cooperative Extension’s District Extension Directors, County Extension Coordinators, supervisors, and employees across the College.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Supervisory, communication & negotiating skills, the ability to work with all levels of employees/management. Previous experience and responsibility for the employee relations function, especially progressive disciplinary reviews and documentation, conflict resolution/facilitation, mediation and coaching. Must have the ability to work comfortably with conflicting priorities and demands. Must have considerable and demonstrated knowledge of MS Office suite and have experience working with HRIS. Strong analytical/problem solving skills, superior verbal/written skills a must. Ability to exercise independent judgment, use of discretion, and to manage and impart confidential information. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, staff and supervisors. Ability to coordinate multiple projects.

Final candidate should possess strong organizational, interpersonal, leadership, and decision-making skills. In addition, a demonstrated working knowledge of employment law, administrative policies, and procedures is required. Candidate should have excellent oral and written communications skills and a proven ability in developing effective working relationships with administrators and staff.

Physical Demands

1. This position will spend long periods of time working at a computer.
2. Lift and carry up to 15 pounds, both assisted and unassisted.
3. Communicate effectively via telephone, email, and in person to varied stakeholders.
4. Utilize computer technology for all applications in a manner that meets performance expectations.
5. Remember, organize, and consistently focus on a large amount of detail and come to appropriate conclusions.
6. Travel to statewide locations.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Employee Relations in support of UGA Extension County Operations activities:
1. Provides effective consultation to County Extension leadership in the development, investigation, and implementation of coaching and performance management discussions. Develops effective and legally appropriate performance memos/documentation/performance improvement plans. Participate as appropriate in disciplinary proceedings including final warning discussions and/or separation discussions.
2. Provides leadership on issues pertaining to employee relations and dispute resolution, serving as a knowledgeable consultant for Extension supervisors and others in conducting difficult conversations. Ensures that where problems/issues become disciplinary actions or grievances, that employees and supervisors are aware of the procedures to be followed
3. Manage personnel issues within Extension, and coordinate with the College’s Human Resources Director and/or University Human Resources department, UGA EOO office, or UGA Office of Legal Affairs.
4. Becomes proficient and remains up-to-date on UGA policies and procedures, federal and state laws in order to provide effective consultation to management, supervisors, and employees. Effectively communicates new policies or changes to existing policy or practice.
5. Develops internal processes to support effective onboarding, information regarding UGA policies and benefits, exit interviews, etc.
6. Facilitates conflict resolution conversations between Extension employees to improve effective communication and team dynamics.
7. Develops and facilitates training including performance management, non-discrimination and anti-harassment, benefits information, etc.
8. Consults with employees and supervisors regarding FMLA, ADA, Worker’s Compensation, Short and long-term disability, and shared leave. Provides direction about documentation, processes, return-to-work, benefits and compensation during leave. Facilitates communication between employees and supervisors as necessary.
9. Provides information to Extension supervisors and College administrators on exit interviews and separation notices upon employee terminations and retirement
10. Consults with/provides training to employees on issues related to the work environment

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Human Resources Administration:
1. Conduct internal reviews; support AA (Affirmative Action) Audits as required by USDA Compliance Review procedures.
2. Prepare for Federal audits and aid in implementation strategies.
3. Promote equal opportunity and non-discriminatory treatment for all staff in all aspects of their employment.
4. Assist College efforts in establishing and maintain a Limited English Proficiency (LEP) program
5. Coordinate opportunities for on-line training opportunities for faculty and staff
6. Work in cooperation with College and University resources to provide professional development opportunities
7. Assist CAES Human Resources Director as needed

Percentage of time 40 Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV

Optional Documents