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Human Resources Manager

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Sep 13, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14133P
Working Title	Human Resources Manager
Department	VPR-Business & HR
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	09/12/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	11/03/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Human Resources Generalist III
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	HR experience, preferably in higher education Demonstrated experience managing HR operations across multiple employment types (faculty, staff, student workers, etc.) Proven track record in compensation analysis and classification systems Experience with HRIS platforms, especially OneUSG Connect, UGA Financials, and Data Warehouse
Position Summary	The Office of Research is seeking a detail oriented and collaborative individual for the position of Human Resources Manager. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for collaborating with unit business leaders and HR colleagues to effectively address and efficiently provide a range of human resource stakeholders. This role will contribute to talent acquisition efforts, maintain accurate records, and provide guidance on routine classification, compensation, and employee relations matters. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, a commitment to customer service, and the ability to interpret and apply HR policies and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	- Manage competing priorities and work with a sense of urgency, establish priorities and meet deadlines. - Work independently and ensure deliverables are completed on time. - Professional and personable with top notch customer service skills. - Quickly adapt to changing policies, laws, regulation, and general business environment. - Proactive approach to project management. - Anticipate departmental needs and take action as necessary to mitigate risk. - Demonstrate attention to detail in composing and proofing materials. - Demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive and confidential situations and documents. - Demonstrate initiative to acquire new skills and assist others as part of a team environment. - Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
Physical Demands	Sit for long periods of time at a computer, stand, bend, stoop, climb, carry, push, pull, lift up to 25 lbs.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Human Resource Operations:

Collaborate with department leaders to develop and revise job descriptions for all employment types (faculty, staff, post docs, graduate assistants, student workers, temps).
Initiate and manage employment actions including job postings, hiring proposals, separations, onboarding, position funding changes, salary actions, time and labor approvers, and terminations.
Review and approve OneUSG Connect transactions such as salary actions, time and labor approvers, and terminations.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Compensation & Classification Conduct compensation analyses for salary offers, retentions, in-range adjustments, and other associated salary actions. Provide classification guidance and salary recommendations during departmental reorganizations or position evaluations. Maintain Compensation and Classification records, perform data audits, and surveil unit trends
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities

Onboarding and Offboarding

Greet new employees and orient them to timekeeping systems, leave policies, payroll timelines, and employment resources.
Assist hiring managers with provisioning system access for new employees.
Assist in updating or making more efficient onboarding and offboarding processes to handle increases in volume.
Manage offboarding processes for VPR office, advise Center and Institute HR contacts on offboarding process. Ensure offboarding is complete for all departing employees.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Policy Guidance

Provide coaching and counsel to department leaders on employee relations matters, including maintenance of records.
Collaborate with university offices to address workplace concerns and ensure appropriate action is taken.
Stay current on USG/UGA policies, procedures, and HR/financial management principles, providing information, interpretation and context to unit leadership, managers, and employees as needed.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Records and Reporting

Maintain personnel files in accordance with institutional standards.
Generate regular and ad hoc reports using OneUSG Connect, UGA Financials, Data Warehouse, and other systems.
Audit bi-weekly payroll reports and refer to timecards as needed to confirm accuracy of recorded hours and approvals. Consult with supervisors to address discrepancies and provide guidance in processing corrective actions.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Process Improvement and Communication Assist Assistant Director of HR and Director of HR in improving processes for HR transactions within the Unit. Provide input into system design and maintain new systems for accurate record keeping and efficient tracking. Assist in writing and distributing HR communications to unit.
Percentage of time	10