Job Description

The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes' drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas. USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.

THE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY:

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist provides day-to-day support for HR operations and employee relations. This role assists in recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and general HR functions to ensure a positive employee experience and support the overall mission of the university. The HR Generalist acts as a resource for employees and managers while ensuring compliance with policies and employment regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supports people initiatives to attract, develop, measure, engage, and retain high-performing employees to meet the mission and goals of the university. Provides friendly, quality, and accurate guidance to employees and students. Manages the talent acquisition process, including ATS, job postings, and proactive recruitment for hard-to-fill positions. Support hiring managers with interview best practices and compliance with employment laws. Enhance and deliver new hire onboarding and orientation programs to ensure smooth transitions for employees. Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, benefits, and HR procedures. Provide guidance on routine employee relations issues and escalate complex matters as appropriate. Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to provide recommendations for improvement. Support leave administration processes (FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, etc), ensuring compliance and clear communication with employees and managers. Assist with compliance programs such as EEO tracking, annual reporting, and training compliance requirements. Coordinate semi-annual compliance process and provide reporting to ensure timely completion of all participants. Coordinate performance management processes, including Introductory Period Evaluations and Annual Evaluations, by tracking timelines and assisting managers with documentation. Assists in developing and delivering employee/leadership training sessions on HR policies, compliance, etc. Serve as a resource for benefits and coordinate the open enrollment process. Maintain HRIS data integrity and generate reports to support decision-making. Participates in the University Title IX compliance program and process. Contributes to HR projects, initiatives, and events as assigned. Partner with HR leadership to identify opportunities for improved HR service delivery. Provide general administrative support to the HR Director and department. Provides guidance and support for other positions within the HR department as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

2-4 years of previous Human Resources experience preferred. Knowledge of HR practices and employment laws required. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered). Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with HRIS systems preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Team-oriented and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
TO APPLY:

Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Questions: email human resources at hr@stmary.edu