Human Resources Specialist

$87,377 - $105,722/Yr

Rutgers University - Piscataway, NJ

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Piscataway, NJ

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist at Rutgers University is responsible for administering human resources and academic personnel policies affecting the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) employees, which includes staff, faculty, student workers, and hourly employees. This role involves managing recruitment processes, employee development programs, and ensuring compliance with university policies. The specialist will also handle confidential personnel records, analyze data, and support labor relations functions.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain confidential electronic personnel records and databases.
• Develop, conduct, and monitor recruitment, hire, orientation, and discipline processes.
• Assist with annual salary increment and compensation processes for SAS faculty and staff.
• Ensure compliance with faculty and staff contractual agreements and university policies.
• Recommend, deliver, and monitor employee development programs aligned with SAS and university goals.
• Conduct periodic staff administrative support position classification and review.
• Assess and conduct employee development initiatives.
• Provide guidance for performance management and evaluation of staff.
• Collaborate with HR management to identify organizational needs and review policies.
• Gather data, generate reports, analyze data, and ensure data integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in a human resources related position.
• Strong interpersonal communication, analytical, computer, and organization skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to communicate information clearly to diverse audiences.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior human resources experience in higher education.
• Three or more years of experience in a human resources related position.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit program including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.