HR Generalist and Recruiter (HR Generalist), Student Life at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



IU HUMAN RESOURCES (UA-HUMM-IUBLA)



Department Information



The HR Generalist role is part of the IU Human Resources Operational HR team. This team supports the IU Bloomington campus as a trusted resource, strategic partner, leader, and innovator that supports the university's mission, vision, and strategic plan. This position is embedded within the Student Life division, which encompasses a wide range of services and programs aimed at enhancing the student experience. As a member of the Student Life HR team, the HR Generalist will collaborate closely with various departments to ensure effective recruitment and onboarding processes, contributing to the overall mission of fostering a supportive and engaging campus environment for all students.


For more information, visit IU Human Resources and IU Student Life.



Job Summary



The HR Generalist/Recruiter specializes in recruitment and onboarding processes and plays a pivotal role in attracting and retaining top talent. Responsibilities include managing the full recruitment cycle, from job posting to candidate selection, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process for new hires. Collaborates with department managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Additionally, the role facilitates onboarding and orientation sessions and provides ongoing support to new employees to help them integrate successfully into the Student Life culture.


Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Oversees the entire recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and candidate selection, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience for both candidates and hiring managers.


• Collaborates with department managers to identify staffing needs and create effective recruitment strategies that attract high-quality candidates, utilizing various sourcing methods such as job boards, social media, and networking events.


• Coordinates and conducts comprehensive onboarding programs for new hires, including orientation sessions, training schedules, and introduction to university policies and culture, to ensure a smooth transition into the Student Life organization.


• Works closely with other HR team members to support recruitment and onboarding activities, sharing best practices and ensuring consistency in processes across the organization.


• Offers continuous support to new employees during their initial months, addressing any questions or concerns, and providing resources to help them integrate successfully into their roles and the company.


• Keeps accurate and up-to-date records of all recruitment activities, including candidate information, interview feedback, and hiring metrics, to ensure compliance with university policies and legal requirements.


• This role may be called on to work in various areas of the HR team, including recruitment and staffing, employee onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, compliance, training and development, HR policy development, HR data management, and health and safety.

General Responsibilities

• Counsels employees and management on various HR topics and functions; communicates and shares understanding of various human resource policies, procedures, laws, standards and other government regulations.


• Researches, responds to, and addresses various employee relation issues such as FMLA, employee complaints, workers compensation, etc.


• Develops in-depth knowledge and skill in various HR functions, in addition to growing knowledge in HR policies, procedures, and legal requirements to provide quality HR guidance to employees and managers.


• Develops a thorough understanding of the business strategy and culture for RC, school or department.


• Contributes and/or manages various HR activities, projects, or initiatives, such as recruitment, onboarding, engagement, or performance management.


• Researches and stays up-to-date on relevant HR topics.


• Helps foster a positive culture and work environment; ensures and promotes an environment of diversity and inclusion.


• May conduct research and analysis for local/department HR team or COE partners and develops solutions and recommends course of action.


• May lead small projects or activities.

Qualifications



Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.


EDUCATION



Required

• Bachelor's degree required (degree in Human Resources preferred)

WORK EXPERIENCE



Preferred

• Some experience in human resources or related experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES



Preferred

• SHRM-CP or PHR within 1 year of date of hire

SKILLS



Required

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills


• Effective interpersonal skills


• Excellent collaboration and team building skills


• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents


• Proactively approaches responsibilities


• Knowledge of Human Resources Policies


• Exhibits understanding of Federal and State employment law

Working Conditions / Demands



This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.



Work Location



Bloomington, Indiana



Advertised Salary



$50,000 - $55,000 annually



Benefits Overview



For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance


• Health savings account with generous IU contributions


• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts


• Basic group life insurance paid by IU


• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance


• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting


• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses


• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year


• Generous paid time off plans


• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events


• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Core


FLSA: Exempt


Job Function: Human Resources


Job Family: HR Generalist/HRBP


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Posting Disclaimer



This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.


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