HR Generalist: Employee Relations Fmla

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: HR Generalist: Employee Relations, FMLA & Onboarding Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: HR Generalist Position Summary: University of Wisconsin Platteville is seeking an HR Generalist: Employee Relations, FMLA & Onboarding. The HR Generalist provides comprehensive human resources support across employee lifecycle activities, with a primary focus on leave administration, employee relations, onboarding, and HR systems. This position serves as a trusted resource for employees and managers, ensuring HR processes are administered consistently, accurately, confidentially, and in accordance with university policies and applicable employment laws. The HR Generalist will manage the day-to-day administration of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and other applicable leaves, assist with employee relations matters, and coordinate onboarding activities through Workday. The ideal candidate is highly organized, approachable, detail-oriented, and able to balance employee service with sound HR practices. This is a full time, benefits and paid leave eligible position, with a starting salary of $50,000, commensurate with skills and experience. Key Job Responsibilities Leave Administration Administer the FMLA process from initial employee request through leave completion. Communicate leave requirements and expectations clearly to employees and managers. Coordinate FMLA with other applicable federal, state, and university leave programs. Stay current on applicable leave laws, regulations, and university policies. Employee Relations Serve as a resource to employees and managers regarding workplace concerns, policies, and HR practices. Assist with employee relations investigations, including gathering information, documenting findings, and maintaining appropriate records. Support HR leadership with performance management, corrective action, coaching, and conflict resolution. Help ensure employee relations matters are handled consistently, objectively, confidentially, and in accordance with university policies. Workday Onboarding Manage and coordinate the employee onboarding process within Workday. Partner with hiring managers and other departments to ensure a smooth transition from… The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Wisconsin-Platteville