Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

What if I told you it is possible to find a Company that lived to educate, inspire and empower others while creating a family atmosphere that truly appreciates and respects their team? Would you apply? What if I threw in strong Company values, outstanding benefits, and the opportunity for you to make a tangible impact and feel appreciated?

See below for a feel of what the Company culture is (REALLY) like. Hint : it's amazing.

At Westcliff, we are constantly striving to be the best while valuing each of our team members as human beings and succeeding together!

Westcliff is a leader in innovative global education. We are respected for our transformative, technologically advanced programs and initiatives with a focus on excellence, social responsibility, and diversity. Our tagline – “Educate. Inspire, Empower.” – is a summary of our Mission Statement. As it suggests, the main focus of our University is to strive to enhance the opportunities of our students and employees to enjoy success through empowerment, as a result of their education and hard work.

With diversity and inclusion at the forefront of Westcliff’s core values, we promote a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusiveness regardless of, but not limited to, race, gender, sexual orientation, family status, religion, ethnicity, national origin, physical disability, veteran status, or age. By joining the Westcliff team, you’ll be playing a significant role in our growth, having an opportunity to put your personal touch on Westcliff’s progress as we grow and succeed together!

JOB SUMMARY

With general supervision, the Human Resources Generalist will provide comprehensive support and response to employees and managers to facilitate successful HR programs and business practices. The candidate will play a key role in the organization and within the HR department with responsibilities including new hire onboarding, training, policy implementation and compliance, benefits administration, termination, and HR best practices. The HR Generalist will report to the HR Business Partner to provide overall support to the organization's business leaders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform general administrative duties including, but not limited to responding to employee questions related to University policies and procedures, benefits and other HR related inquiries
• Manage the onboarding and orientation process for all new employees, including staff and faculty, with completion of required paperwork
• Educate and train newly hired employees on University policies and benefits, internal process and procedures
• Maintain Human Resources records by updating new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications in PayChex system
• Create physical and digital Human Resources personnel files for all employees; responsible for retention and archiving of all personnel records
• Maintain the organization’s Employee Handbook and update the Handbook as needed
• Assist employees with questions and enrollment of benefits including health, 401k and disability
• Coordinate with insurance broker and provide administrative data for benefits enrollment
• Prepare and submit letters for verification of employment for employees as needed
• Conduct exit interviews prior to employee’s separation
• Generate reports for employee data and listing upon request
• Other duties as assigned

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LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and / or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis, unless otherwise contractually bound.

Westcliff University is an Equal Opportunity Employer