Academic HR Generalist

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Summary

The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to improve the world. Michigan Ross values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent staff who grow and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment. Learn more about Ross HERE.
 

This role is hybrid with on-site expectations in Ann Arbor, MI. For a full job description, see link here. For questions about this role, email [email protected].
 

Purpose:
Reporting directly to the Academic HR Manager, you are responsible for a portfolio of academic areas, the daily administration of HR procedures for faculty, lecturers (bargained-for), research fellow, librarians and graduate student appointments (150+ employees) with a focus on appointment administration and employment and recruitment processes. You will interpret and apply policies, practices and programs, including the respective collective bargaining agreements. You will collaborate with the Academic HR Manager to provide support to the HR Generalist Associate.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

  • Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
  • A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
  • Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  • Flexible Work Program
  • Ross Onsite Fitness Center

Responsibilities*

  • Manage daily administration of academic appointments considering workload, salary and appropriate collective bargaining agreements.
  • Manage the preparation and analysis of appointment changes, leave requests, terminations, additional pay requests, and multiple job changes for all academic appointments and graduate student appointments within area portfolio.
  • Manage the administration of multiple faculty compensation changes and payments.
  • Review subsequent PARs from SSC Coordinator services.
  • Lead the effort certification process for all Ross staff and faculty.
  • Manage new hire paperwork and onboarding communications.
  • You will manage recruiting activities; postings and hiring procedures for all academic and bargained-for appointments within area portfolio.
  • Manage the status of appointments, visa matters and other HR related issues, including policy changes and provide recommendations.
  • Manage J1 Visa processing for visiting professors and scholars.
  • Lead faculty promotion and tenure review casebook process.
  • Lead the annual LEO review process including eligibility, communication, and coordination with lecturers, the executive committee and area chairs.
  • Lead the LEO-GLAM appointment and promotion process.
  • Lead the LEO annual report process working directly with Faculty Support to ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreement requirements.
  • Be a back-up to the Academic HR Manager as liaison with University Academic Human Resources and the Provost's Office.
  • Collaborate on important initiatives related to faculty management, organizational climate, and faculty data.
  • Collaborate to develop and recommend new approaches to Ross AHR Department processes.
  • Create HR communications and maintain academic HR pages of the HR website, write and disseminate communications, respond to email inquiries.
  • Maintain records, conforming to University and statutory requirements.
  • Stay abreast of legal and University requirements affecting assigned responsibilities, and monitor the department's service and performance.

Required Qualifications*

  • Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
  • Experienced in process improvement.
  • Previous work experience or knowledge of collective bargaining agreements.
  • Experience interpreting and implementing HR procedures

Additional Information

The general salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000. You can expect to be paid a great compensation package. Factors used to determine salary include experience, knowledge and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor alignment and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.