Job Description

Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.

The Human Resources Generalist acts as a point of contact to internal and external customers on a wide range of subject matters including, but not limited to: benefits, HR-related paperwork, HR policies and procedures. This part-time, non-exempt position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and is located on the Mequon, Wisconsin campus. Remote work is available for this position. This is a temporary position.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Process qualifying event changes and benefit paperwork submissions (HSA, 403b, etc)
• Assist in administering the University's leave program including FMLA and disability and benefit programs
• Advise applicants in benefit plans and assist employees with HR related questions and concerns
• Assist in the accurate and timely completion of 5 semi-monthly payrolls; hourly (2), salary, adjunct/coach, student
• Support the HR department with special projects and functions; may including assisting with conducting survey completions (i.e. IPEDS, CUPA, etc. ) & budgeting
• Cross train with peers on benefits and verifications of employment to be able to respond as needed to inquiries and or assist in the absence of other team members
• Ensure university compliance with federal and state employment laws as well as other compliance requirements
• Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge and skill in use of computers, including Microsoft products, and software common to the human resources profession
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to develop and deliver presentations
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks
• Knowledge and understanding of a variety of benefit programs including but not limited to health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, retirement, flexible spending accounts, unemployment, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of employment law and other federal and state regulations as they apply to human resources and the university
• Ability to relate to and live the mission and guiding principles of Concordia University and The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod
• Friendly, outgoing, attention to detail, while capable of dealing with and guarding confidential information.
• Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in human resources or business management or a closely related field or 2 years of human resource related experience is required.

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Compensation & Benefits

This is a part-time position. Starting range is dependent upon on individual qualifications and experience.

Application Instructions

To receive full consideration, all applicants are asked to complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. To begin, please click the Apply Now section on the job page and then click the Apply For This Position button to begin the application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.

The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.

Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.