Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary The position performs confidential administrative personnel duties in support of the recruitment process and provides optimal customer service both internally and externally. The Human Resources Generalist is privy to confidential information and is required and expected to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and privacy in all endeavors. Salary Schedule: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E3 Grade 03 ( $47,029 -$65,218 )based on experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists with entering requests for contract data, assists with generating letters of appointment; follows up on unsigned LOA's. Maintains salary step placement history file on allemployees. Assists with the recruitment and searchprocess, distributes and processes new hire paperwork, and conducts background and reference checks. Enters federal work-study students, including processing background checks and new hire documentation. Scans and electronically files all search file documents accurately and timely. Assists with posting Job Vacancy Announcements using the online applicationsystem. Sends New Hire Reporting to the State ofAlabama timely and accurately. Ensures that new employees meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S.(E-Verify). Supports department chairs through the Adjunct hiring procedure and sends credentialing packets. Performs administrative/clerical duties including, but not limited to, keyboarding, filing, copying andscanning. Provides optimal customer service to employees and the public at alltimes. Assists with various research projects and/or specialprojects. Keeps current on upgrades in technology as related to specific areas and job description;seek professional development opportunities asneeded. Serves on college committees asassigned. Adheres to the College’s and ACCS policies andprocedures. Works on both Birmingham and Bessemer campuses as required; maintains regular and predictable attendance. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Human Resources The Human Resources Generalist job description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. This job description and specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university Two years of work experience in recruiting, human resources, legal, education, or similar fast-paced office environment, or a Bachelor's Degree may substitute for one year of work experience Technical/computer skills and well-versed in using various software programs, office equipment, personal computers/laptop Written and verbal communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with NEOED or similar HRIS management system Experience with Banner ERP (HR/Payroll module) Previous work experience in an educational setting OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position. Ability to keep a positive attitude, provide excellent customer service, maintain effective relationships Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written Comprehensive knowledge of institutional policies and procedures Ability to understand and interpret policies and procedures and exercise good judgement Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard information Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines Ability to represent the college in a professional manner at all times Ability to organize and prioritize duties, take initiative, learn new concepts, detail oriented Ability to be flexible, adaptable and function under pressure with an orientation for team Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet applications and other software PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift, carry or move, pack and unpack boxes and up to 25lbs Ability to sit for prolonged periods, type and work on a computer Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and able to multi-task Ability to travel between multi-campuses and for in-state professional development as required EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS: Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. #J-18808-Ljbffr