Hr Generalist - Information Technology Services

As a member of the Information Technology Services (ITS) Human Resources Team, the HR Generalist will function as a strategic business partner. This position will be responsible for executing a wide range of HR responsibilities from a collaborative, customer-service-oriented perspective. The HR Generalist will be expected to assist with ensuring the ITS is making forward progress toward becoming a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization through advocacy and demonstrating divisional values in their interactions with all constituents. This position will advise and assist their customer areas on HR policies and practices, including but not limited to employee labor relations, payroll, timekeeping, leaves of absence, benefits, and workers' compensation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Working proficiency in the use of typical office software programs (i.e. Microsoft Office) and HR systems.
• Working knowledge of current federal and state regulations impacting HR.
• Experience (typically 3 years or more) performing Human Resources responsibilities, including conducting confidential investigations, in an HR role or HR environment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong professional relationships with a wide variety of constituents.
• Experience consulting with managers on a wide range of HR issues, recommending actions, and influencing change.
• Experience with HR Information Systems (including data entry and/or running reports and queries), and/or timekeeping systems.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience (typically 6 months or more) working with employees and/or labor relations.
• Human resource experience at an academic institution, including familiarity with HR policies/processes.
• PHR or SPHR Certification or SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Certification.

Additional Information

To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and credential verification.

For questions, additional information and/or a full copy of the job description please contact Julie Cunningham at [email protected]

Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process.

There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University of Iowa campus community and uphold a high standard of cultural competency and respect for difference that represents our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

Additional Information

• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Work Modality Options: On Campus, Hybrid within Iowa
• Classification Title: HR Generalist
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A

Contact Information

• Contact Name: Julie Cunningham
• Organization: Information Technology Services
• Contact Email: [email protected]