HR Generalist - Employee Relations & Recruiting

Human Resources Generalist
Join our university as a Human Resources Generalist and be a vital force in fostering a thriving academic community. As a key member of the HR department, you will play a crucial role in supporting the diverse needs of our academic community, guided by the principles of faith, service, and community.
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is seeking candidates who are eager to contribute to its Lasallian Catholic mission of awakening, nurturing, and empowering learners to ethical lives of service and leadership. We invite individuals to help transform lives through education, inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition's quest to understand the human experience through faith and reason and its embrace of all who are dedicated to learning from one another through authentic conversations in search of the truth. Medical, dental, and vision packages to fit your needs
Two medical plan options: traditional plan or HDHP with a health saving account and employer contribution
Flexible spending account / limited purpose health FSA
Long-term disability
Tuition remission for employees, their spouses and their dependent children
Traditional pension plan and 403(b) retirement plan
Infuse our Lasallian Catholic values into HR policies and practices, creating an environment where each individual's uniqueness contributes to collective growth.
Cultivate an environment where growth, human dignity, and inclusivity strive by shaping HR policies and practices that reflect our values, while fostering a strong sense of belonging, community and shared purpose.
Lead transformative HR projects, igniting innovation, diversity, and progress while staying true to our Lasallian values.
Assist in recruitment, selecting candidates who resonate with our values of faith, service, and community while coordinating a welcoming and effective onboarding experience that fosters engagement, connection, and long-term success within the University community.
Navigate employment laws with integrity, ensuring our practices align with our Lasallian Catholic values of justice and fairness.
Craft compelling HR reports that unveil hidden insights, guiding strategic decisions that propel us forward.
Devise initiatives that elevate spirits and foster engagement, embodying the spirit of community and service.
Be part of an academic community that nurtures growth, creativity, and innovation while honoring our Lasallian Catholic heritage.
Your HR expertise will shape the careers of educators who, in turn, shape countless futures with a strong sense of faith and service.
Inclusive community: Join a diverse and inclusive family where every voice matters, guided by the Lasallian principles of community and unity.
Winona (preferred) or Minneapolis, MN (relocation assistance available)
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, or Business Administration or Business Management with a concentration in Human Resources. A Master's degree in Human Resources Management may be accepted in lieu of the Human Resources concentration requirement for the business degrees.
Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience as an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or Human Resources Manager. Qualifying experience must include broad-based responsibility across multiple human resources functions and the exercise of independent judgment and decision-making. Experience in primarily administrative, clerical, coordination, or specialist-level roles will not satisfy this requirement.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws, with the ability to independently interpret and apply regulations related to employment, compensation, leave administration, workplace accommodations, employee relations, and policy compliance.
Working knowledge of full-cycle recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, applicant assessment, offer administration, pre-employment procedures, and onboarding.
Working knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), including maintaining accurate employee records, processing personnel transactions, generating reports, and analyzing workforce data.
Comprehensive knowledge of leave administration, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation leave, and other protected leaves, while ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining appropriate documentation.
Comprehensive knowledge of workplace investigations and employee relations, including resolving workplace issues, providing guidance to managers on performance, conduct, workplace conflict, and corrective action, and advising managers on routine personnel matters.
Foundational knowledge of workers' compensation administration, including incident reporting, claims coordination, return-to-work planning, and collaboration with third-party administrators and insurance carriers.
Foundational knowledge of coaching supervisors and managers on performance management practices, including goal setting, disciplinary processes, performance evaluations, and employee development strategies.
Working knowledge – I can independently perform routine work and apply standard policies, procedures, and best practices.
Expert knowledge – I am recognized as a subject matter expert, provide strategic leadership, develop programs and policies, and advise senior leadership.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex personnel matters, identify risks, and recommend practical, legally compliant solutions.
Advanced customer service skills, with the ability to deliver customer-focused service, foster collaboration, and build productive working relationships across departments and organizational levels.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to prepare reports, analyze workforce data, and develop presentations and training materials.