The Division of Advancement and Alumni Engagement utilizes resources, technology, and business for the purpose of soliciting alumni, donor engagement, donor research, and stewardship throughout Emory University and Health Systems. Our mission is to inspire and steward meaningful, lasting relationships that elevate engagement and giving to fulfill Emory’s mission to serve humanity. AAE is a high-performance team built on innovative ideas, trust, and accountability. We foster collaborative connections and value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are currently seeking a Human Resources Associate.
The Talent Management team supports all Advancement and Alumni Engagement departments in the functions of recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, leave administration, performance management, and professional development. This position will report to the Human Resources Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This classification is to be used in departments/schools at Emory University.
- Administers Human Resources policies and procedures and related forms for a department or a division.
- Coordinates compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Completes required forms/documents, reviews for accuracy, and processes.
- Advises or refers individuals to the appropriate staff for guidance on human resources issues.
- Advises supervisors/managers and prepares required paperwork to process job reclassifications and to establish and post new positions.
- Assists in creating/updating departmental position descriptions.
- Processes required payroll paperwork.
- May assist in preparing and monitoring departmental budgets.
- May supervise support staff.
- Assists in human resources related education/training efforts within the department.
- Utilizes database management, word processing, spreadsheet and/or other computer applications.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS: In addition to the duties outlined above, the Human Resources Associate may be required to:
- Perform routine responsibilities to administer or support human resource programs including but not limited to recruiting, onboarding, compensation, leave management, employee relations, professional development, and performance management processes.
- Conducts research, provides analyses, and input into HR initiatives, projects, programs, reports, and solutions.
- Maintain accountability for the integrity of data found in databases, records, and files and support in the preparation of ad-hoc and routine reports.
- Provides technical support on the Learning Management, Leave of Absence, and Payroll Systems.
- Represent the department or serve as primary contact working with other departments across the division/University.
- Manage the offboarding process, ensuring proper documentation for terminations and exit procedures to include exit surveys.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field and three years of experience in human resources administration or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong background in administrative HR functions, and an ability to provide essential support to multiple Human Resources disciplines.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Exceptional communication skills (oral and written), with a keen eye for detail.
First-rate organizational and time management skills. - Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion. Sound interpersonal and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate a complex work environment.
- Commitment to delivering excellent customer service, the ability to work collaboratively, and comfort working with ambiguity.
- Experience working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, mass email applications, database and project management software, and CRM systems.
- Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.