Human Resources Generalist

Overview

Human Resources Generalist

Job No : 548873

Work Type : Staff

Location : Central California : San Luis Obispo - Mustang Business Park

Categories : Bargaining Unit : Confidential, Appointment Type : Probationary, Time Basis : Full Time, Job Search Category / Discipline : Human Resources, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac) : On-site (work in-person at business location)

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Director of HR Operations, the Human Resources Generalist provides a broad range of HR services to staff and management employees. This position performs comprehensive administrative, technical, and analytical duties in supporting a variety of HR programs including, but not limited to : classification, compensation, employee and labor relations, recruitment and promotion, and disability accommodations. The Human Resources Generalist will provide interpretation and guidance to campus administrators, managers, and staff regarding state and federal labor laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreement requirements, and California State University (CSU) systemwide HR policies, procedures and practices; this may include researching and drafting guidelines, policies and procedures in response to laws, CSU Systemwide mandates, or campus needs. The Human Resources Generalist performs work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature including convening staff labor management councils, providing HR support and facilitating campus grievance meetings and written responses, direct involvement in or providing support for collective bargaining, advising on management strategies, participating in or leading investigations, and assisting with navigating grievances.

Department Summary

The Human Resources (HR) Department, located within the division University Personnel, provides leadership, services, and support for 1600+ staff and non-academic management employees.

Key Qualifications

• Working knowledge in human resources theories, principles, concepts, practices, and techniques, with emphasis on public sector employment.
• Thorough knowledge of or ability to quickly learn CSU classification standards and collective bargaining contracts.
• Strong analytical and research skills; ability to gather, evaluate, interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex regulations, policies, and procedures and to develop well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature which requires access to information which directly relates to collective bargaining negotiations or management strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist. Ability to work with frequent changes in policies and procedures, under pressure of deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university and three years of progressively responsible experience in human resources. A graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range : $80,000 - $105,000 Per Year

Classification Range : $56,244 - $134,676 Per Year

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Cal Poly

Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly's hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Cal Poly will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and / or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Applicants for staff and management positions must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

To Apply : All applicants must apply online at : jobs.calpoly.edu / sl / en-us / job / 548873

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