HR Generalist (HR GENERALIST 1)

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73841

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Davis

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Job Summary

Under general direction of the HR Manager and Lead HR Generalist, responsible for providing HR Generalist support to ensure smooth and efficient HR business operations.

The HR Generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, supporting the CNPRC, which includes support in planning and administering staffing operations that enhances CNPRC HR service functions in the areas of recruitment and planning, implementation of onboarding and off boarding of employees / appointees, which includes but not limited to assigning / removal of access to facilities based on job / appointment types, conduct new hire orientations, supporting equity, diversity, and inclusivity programs, training and development, and compensation / academic personnel administration, and maintaining online employee handbook and HR procedures manual, and answer employee questions regarding pay, benefits, HR policies and procedures.

Develop and execute personnel procedures and policies, providing guidance and interpretation to academic and staff supervisors.

Participate in the development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and HR analytics and reporting requirements.

Assist in administering employee performance program and employee rewards and recognition. Recommend new procedures and policies to continually improve the efficiency of the HR Services and the CNPRC as a whole and to improve the employees' / appointees' experience.

Ensure legal compliance of HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and / or procedures as

required.

The HR Generalist I applies professional HR concepts, policies, and procedures in the completion of HR assignments that are of limited scope and impact.

Receives instructions on work assignments, and regularly consults with HR Manager and HR Gen 2 / BPs while completing increasingly complex assignments.

Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing HR situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.

Apply By Date : November 5, 2024 at 11 : 59pm

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and / or educational degree if required of the position.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 2 years of human resource generalist experience which includes employing HR generalist concepts and practices such as DEI, training / facilitating group sessions, and experience with consensus building skills to collaboratively formulate, implement, and evaluate programmatic changes to achieve HR goals and objectives
• Experience and applied knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, website content management systems, and using security and badging software to accomplish daily assignments.

Experience in analyzing, researching, and synthesizing data for preparing reporting, analyses, and recommendations.

Experience in project management and coordination with large and small groups with experience in handling multiple assignments / projects with discretion and maintain confidentiality of personal and sensitive information.

Work experience as an HR Analyst / Generalist supporting HR operations including hiring (recruitment and selection), payroll administration, onboarding / offboarding, and employee relations, training development, job analyses / classification and compensation, salary administration, leave administration or similar role.

Experience in the principles and practices of HR analytics and data reporting and position control management / cost recovery.

Experience applying federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to HR in a staff and academic union environments.

Knowledge of HR policies and procedures with up-to-date knowledge of HR technologies. Skills, knowledge, and ability to conduct research and conduct statistical analysis into HR problems, develop employee-centered surveys and sampling techniques to collect data.

Intermediate skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Access, PowerPoint and database management software such as Oracle and Cognos.

Skills, knowledge, and abilities to adapt to changing priorities, attention to details, and organizational skills to work on projects with competing deadlines and is able to establish workload priorities with flexibility to interact with people and competing demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration
• Technical experience in writing, editing, and proofreading to create and edit training documents, manuals, and project reports, analyses, and policy / procedure that reflect high attention to detail and the standards and professionalism.
• Experience recognizing and protecting the confidentiality of highly sensitive or controversial information.
• Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skills, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• 25% - HR Staffing Operations & Employment (Recruitment & Selection / Onboarding)
• 25% - HR Generalist Service Support and DEI Support
• 20% - HR Policy / Procedures Development & Project Management
• 20% - HR Analytics & Data Reporting / Metrics & Project Management
• 10% - Facility Access Administration

Department Overview

The California National Primate Research Center, CNPRC at UC Davis, is an Organized Research Unit that conducts interdisciplinary research programs on significant human health problems where non-human primates is the animal of choice.

In addition to its major efforts in the area of research, the CNPRC is also committed to both UC Davis and NIH missions of teaching and service.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range : $ 24.19 - $ 43.44 / hour
• Salary Frequency : Bi-Weekly
• Salary Grade : 18
• UC Job Title : HR GENERALIST 1
• Number of Positions : 1
• Appointment Type : Staff : Career
• Percentage of Time : 100 %
• Shift Hours : Mon - Fri
• Location : Davis, CA
• Union Representation : Yes
• Benefits Eligible : Yes
• Hybrid / Remote / Onsite : This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.

Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract.

Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC : https : / / ucnet.

universityofcalifornia.edu / labor / bargaining-units / index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short / long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting / Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing / Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending / Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting / Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use / repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving / reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer / Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community.

The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty.

Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

https : / / ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com / documents / view / 271

Special Requirements

This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach.

We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground.

The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected .

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

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