HR Managing Consultant - Service Center of Excellence

Overview

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Posting Number: S15187P

Working Title: HR Managing Consultant - Service Center of Excellence

Department: UHR-Transaction Services

About The University Of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm. This position is full-time in person in Athens, GA.

Advertised Salary: $45,500

Posting Date: 05/21/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 07/05/2026

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (View email address on click.appcast.io).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of 25 institutions of higher education and learning, and the System Office. Our USG Core Values are Integrity, Ex Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title: HR Transaction Svcs Rep I

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Position Summary

Employees in this classification apply, communicate, and promote human resources procedural best practices that support the University in achieving stated goals and objectives. Employees participate, following established guidelines, in one or more human resources functional areas such as benefits administration; career planning; classification; compensation; employee retention and organizational culture enhancement; employee relations; employment; environment, safety and health; equal employment opportunity; HR Information Systems; international employment; legal compliance; payroll; policy administration; organizational design; staff development; talent management; workforce planning and/or closely related programs. Employees may adapt procedures to address changing situations, needs and deadlines. Work involves developing and maintaining productive and collaborative work relationships and assessing and responding to client needs. Using a variety of specialized state-of-the-art technological systems and processes, employees identify, collect, format, organize and process data and information that support HR programs. Employees make decisions within policy guidelines; communicate policies, procedures and guidelines; evaluate patterns and recommend options. Employees are expected to maintain confidentiality of all information. Work is performed under general to limited supervision. Work may include supervising others, conducting training, and/or administering a human resources program(s).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And/or Competencies

• Ability to work in fast paced work environment
• Ability to perform accurate data entry
• Verify and validate information within units in order to facilitate an efficient employment workflow process
• Maintain knowledge of HR operations, processes, and procedures
• Ability to work effectively on an independent basis
• Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written form
• Ability to work with highly confidential and sensitive information
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to project a positive and professional image

Physical Demands

Standard for typical office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes

Duties/Responsibilities

Operations

• Interacting with HR Systems — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing transactions.
• Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Percentage Of Time: 50

Duties/Responsibilities: Communications & Outreach

• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Percentage Of Time: 40

Duties/Responsibilities: Special Projects

• Serves as a team member on projects with responsibility for developing solutions and/or meeting specified objectives related to human resource issues or programs.
• Performs other duties as required.

Percentage Of Time: 10

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Danielle Whieldon

Recruitment Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io