Description
The Senior HR Generalist will be a member of the  UT System Administration (UTSA) HR team, and will perform a variety of complex human resources duties on a professional level, partnering closely with senior leadership to support HR processes and strategies for UTSA and campuses across the UT System. The Senior HR Generalist will provide comprehensive HR support in the areas of talent management, employee relations, total rewards, and analytics. Reporting to the Executive Director of HR Administration, the successful candidate will understand and support the accomplishment of strategic priorities and will build credible relationships to promote organizational effectiveness and a positive employee experience.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Administers HR plans and procedures for UTSA employees and provides support to campuses as neededPerforms special projects and research on topics related to the effective and efficient HR practicesExecutes HR strategies in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the University of Tennessee SystemDevelops and delivers training sessions to employees and leaders at all levels of the organization on a variety of HR subject areasReviews, recommends, and implements HR metrics to measure data that will provide insights for HR decisionsProvides guidance and assistance to employees in the area of Total RewardsServes as a contact for classification and benefits inquiriesCoordinates initial classification reviews with hiring managers for staff positionsPartners with UTSA Compensation for formal position review processes

Provides support and guidance on all aspects of employee relations matters including disciplinary actions, conflict/dispute resolution and performance managementWorks collaboratively with leadership to proactively identify issues and recommend solutions to resolveUnder the direction of the Executive Director of Talent Management, the HR Business Partner willManages full-cycle recruitmentsAdvises candidates, search committees, and hiring officials on search procedures and best practicesReviews, edits, and posts job requisitions and announcementsPartners with the Chief Inclusion Strategy Officer to create diverse candidate pools and follow established hiring proceduresFacilitates onboarding processes for new employeesThe Senior HR Generalist will support a culture of engagement and belonging by treating others with dignity and respect at all times, and by exhibiting conduct that reflects a commitment to inclusion, diversity and engagement (IDE.) The HR Business Partner will respectfully communicate and cooperate with all employees and will actively participate in diversity awareness learning and development opportunities to enhance knowledge and eradicate racism in the workplace. The successful candidate is also expected to contribute to the system-wide mission and fully embrace the University’s Be One UT Values.

Qualifications
Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required. HR experience in higher education and related certifications (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) are preferred. 5+ of progressively responsible professional human resources experience is required, or a comparable combination of education and experience.

The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.

The Senior HR Generalist will possess extensive knowledge and a diverse skillset including the following skills, experiences, and attributes:

Professional AttributesThe ability to act with integrity and professionalism at all timesThe ability to maintain trust and confidentialityThe ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in developing, applying, and interpreting laws, regulations, policies, and proceduresStrong interpersonal skills and exceptional written and verbal communication skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAdept decision-maker with sound judgment and maturityThe ability to establish priorities and meet constantly changing demandsResourceful, problem-solving aptitude and thorough knowledge of HR policies and proceduresCollaborative, team-oriented professional with the ability to build strong partnerships

Recruiting & Talent ManagementProven experience sourcing candidates and interviewing to identify top talentExperience guiding and facilitating full-cycle searchesDemonstrated experience generating diverse candidate poolsKnowledge of applicable employment lawsUnquestioned fairness and equity as it relates to the hiring processEmployee Relations and Performance ManagementExperience counseling employees and supervisors on a wide range of sensitive HR issuesThe ability to mediate conflicts and offer solutions to workplace issues in accordance with laws and University policyExperience managing employee discipline processes and facilitating performance improvementTotal RewardsKnowledge of applicable state and federal labor regulationsUnderstanding of the job classification review processCustomer service aptitude with the ability to resolve complex issues and follow-up appropriatelyData & TechnologyExperience using applicant tracking systems and candidate databasesExperience using HRMS/HRIS systemsAbility to develop and interpret complex dataAdvanced knowledge in Microsoft Office software including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies Application Process

For full consideration, applicants must apply electronically with a resume, cover letter, and list of professional references.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, and much more. For more information on the University of Tennessee’s benefits, visit https://hr.tennessee.edu/benefits/

Job: Other Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Human Resources-Administration
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Jan 5, 2023, 3:51:42 PM