Human Resources Generalist

Salary Range: USD $45,750.00/Yr. - USD $73,200.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, AL

Categories: Human Resources

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Facilities Human Resources

Associated Division: Vice President-Facilities Mgmt

Req ID: 10363

Overview

Facilities Management Human Resources is seeking a collaborative, customer-focused Human Resources Generalist to join our team. In this role, you will support a variety of human resources programs and services while serving as a trusted resource for employees and supervisors across a diverse workforce. Working under the guidance of experienced HR professionals, you will assist with employee relations, recruitment and employment processes, training and workforce development initiatives, employee onboarding, benefits, and other HR functions that support the daily operations of Facilities Management.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and supporting employees at all levels of the organization. This position provides consultation and mediation on staff relations matters, helps promote a positive and respectful workplace culture, and contributes to programs and processes that ensure fairness, consistency, and employee engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to grow their career while making a meaningful impact on the employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and/or responds to routine inquiries concerning human resources programs within a variety of HR specialties including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, employment, employee relations, payroll, training and/or development.

• Interprets HR policies, procedures, and practices and investigates routine issues, obtaining information from higher-level HR staff and/or referring as appropriate. Provides guidance and support to employees and management on HR policies and procedures.

• Assists in the coordination of human resources functions within the division such as performance evaluation, merit, reclassification, training and development, etc. Assists in the coordination of the employment process including identification of search committee members, development of appropriate behavioral interview questions, and identification of appropriate candidate evaluation methodology.

• May initiate and/or approve routine human resources or payroll transactions. May oversee the work of administrative support staff relating to the completion of forms and meeting deadlines.

• Assists with the development of unit-specific human resources policies, procedures, and programs while maintaining compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, FMLA, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, USERRA, and Equal Pay Act.

• Compiles information and prepares reports, letters, memos, and job-related documentation of a confidential nature. Runs queries and analyzes HR-related data.

• Acts as a liaison between employees or departments and University Human Resources.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - no specific discipline.

Contract Type

Continuing

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Posted Date

9/14/2026