Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources GeneralistThe Human Resources Generalist serves as a key member of the School of Education and Information Studies (Ed&IS) Human Resources team, providing comprehensive support across a broad range of human resources functions. Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources & Academic Personnel, the incumbent supports the full employee lifecycle for staff employees, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, leave and benefits administration, timekeeping compliance, employee relations, personnel transactions, and general human resources operations. The Human Resources Generalist serves as a resource to managers, supervisors, and staff by interpreting policies and procedures, responding to HR-related inquiries, and providing guidance on both routine and non-routine human resources matters. As one of the School's primary subject matter experts for the University of California personnel and payroll system (UCPath), the Human Resources Generalist ensures the accurate and compliant administration of payroll, personnel, and employment actions in accordance with University policy and applicable federal and state regulations. Responsibilities include coordinating new hire documentation, monitoring payroll processing, supporting timekeeping compliance, reviewing employment transactions, and serving as the School's primary contact for payroll-related inquiries. The Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of employment and payroll data through payroll and personnel audits, compliance reporting, workforce data management, and the review and reconciliation of monthly and biweekly personnel and payroll reports. The incumbent analyzes issues as they arise, exercises sound judgment in determining appropriate resolutions and next steps, identifies and escalates complex matters when necessary, and recommends solutions that support operational effectiveness and compliance. In addition, the Human Resources Generalist supports organizational effectiveness by assisting with the development, coordination, and delivery of staff training and professional development programs, including Learn-at-Lunch initiatives and other departmental programs. The incumbent contributes to the creation and maintenance of HR resources, training materials, standard operating procedures, and internal documentation; drafts school-wide HR communications; and contributes to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, strengthen compliance, improve service delivery, and promote an effective employee experience. The position works collaboratively with Ed&IS managers, professional staff, the Business Office, and campus partners, including the UCPath Center, Central Human Resources, the Central Resource Unit, the Division of Graduate Education, and other administrative units. The incumbent also partners with members of the HR team to develop departmental resources, training tools, tracking systems, staffing reports, and databases that support workforce planning, case management, compliance monitoring, and timely follow-up on personnel actions. Additionally, the Human Resources Generalist serves as the School's Commute Coordinator, administering parking and transportation programs through the campus ePermit system. Success in this role requires strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; the ability to interpret and apply policy; sound judgment and initiative; exceptional attention to detail; the ability to independently prioritize competing responsibilities; and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.