Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist

Ready to be a go-to resource that keeps an entire campus community supported and connected? As an HR Generalist in Champlain College's People Center, you'll provide essential administrative and systems support to employees across the institution while serving as our primary communication lead for students, faculty, and staff.

This is a dynamic, people-centered role where no two days look the same. You'll manage HRIS processes and data, keep HR operations running smoothly, and provide day-to-day support that touches every corner of campus. You'll also play a key part in the student employment experience, serving as a trusted bridge between student employees, their supervisors, and our HR team.

The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive problem-solver who thrives on building relationships and juggling priorities. If you bring strong communication skills, a service-minded approach, and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting people, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate student employment for the college, serving as a liaison between student supervisors and the People Center
• Create and deliver supervisor and student training related to student employment in coordination with the Senior HR Generalist
• Provide administrative and technical assistance and support to students and supervisors, including hiring, I-9 compliance, time card submission, and terminations
• Partner with Financial Aid and the Career Collaborative team, and participate in the annual student Job Fair, to guide students through the employment process

HR Operations & Systems

• Enter data accurately into payroll and administrative databases and software programs
• Maintain meticulous records of documentation and transactions, and process invoices and expenses
• Manage system processes including Oracle job creation, stipend loaders, payroll validation, hiring spreadsheets, and auditing Oracle student data
• Participate in quarterly Oracle testing

Communication & Employee Support/Engagement

• Manage communication efforts for the People Center, including the weekly institutional newsletter, and triage requests through various channels such as the ticketing system
• Coordinate and participate in the delivery of New Hire Orientation
• Provide support to all employees across the institution on HR needs—including programs and operations for non-student employees—and process employment verifications and additional requests for employee information
• Support employee recognition programs and engagement initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and welcoming workplace culture

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 1–2 years of HR or administrative experience; experience in a higher education setting a plus
• Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with employees, faculty, and staff
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing and resolving HR issues
• Able to handle confidential and sensitive information discreetly and work collaboratively across the institution at all levels
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite tools, and a commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered organization

Work Arrangement

• Full-time, in-person position based at our main campus in Burlington, VT
• Standard business hours, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with occasional evening or weekend hours for campus events
• Comfortable office environment; sometimes requires travel between the main campus and lakeside office for meetings

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: $50,000 - $54,000

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• Paid Time Off: 16 holidays, 4 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks sick time and 2 days of personal leave
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with 3% employer matching contribution
• Education: Tuition benefits for employees and family members
• Wellness: Gym discount and Wellness programs with up to $300 annual incentives
• Welfare: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus life insurance
• Other Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling services, access to employee discounts and local/national benefit programs

Application Instructions:

To apply, please follow the link below and submit the following application materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter addressing the desired qualifications and how your experiences contribute to the academic excellence and inclusive community at Champlain College.

The College seeks candidates who can enhance its mission through their work, life experiences, service, teaching, or research. Please include specific examples of how you would contribute to these efforts in your Cover Letter.

To streamline our hiring process and ensure fairness for all candidates, we manage all recruitment communications through our online application system. Please do not call regarding your application status. We'll reach out directly if we'd like to schedule an interview.

The successful completion of a criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.