Senior Human Resources Generalist

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position requires that a resume and cover letter be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these two files ready to upload when applying.

Salary will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification and experience, and internal equity within the position classification at UCLA.

This position is eligible for hybrid work schedule – a combination of teleworking and performing work on-site at the UCLA campus, a minimum of two (2) days per week. Additional on-site presence may be required based on business needs, including team meetings, in-person events, or client-facing activities. The ability to flex work location in response to operational and stakeholder needs is an essential aspect of this role. The hybrid work model is reviewed on an annual basis and remains subject to evolving business needs.

Department Summary

The Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA is a world leader in human neuroscience research, education, and clinical services designed to advance wellbeing and mental health. The Institute provides a collaborative home for preeminent researchers and faculty across many disciplines to study complex human behavior. Their research includes the genetic, biological, behavioral, and sociocultural underpinnings of behavior and the causes and consequences of neuropsychiatric disorders. This transdisciplinary work leads to breakthroughs and developments of new and effective interventions that improve the lives of those around us and across the world.

Position Summary

Are you ready to bring your HR talent to one of the most respected universities in the world? UCLA Semel Institute is looking for a dynamic, people‑centered Senior Human Resources Generalist who’s excited to make an immediate impact in a mission‑driven, collaborative, and fast‑moving environment. In this role, you’ll be a trusted partner to staff and leadership across campus, offering support in employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance programs, leave management, and a wide range of employee experience initiatives. Every day brings new opportunities to problem‑solve, coach, connect, and help our UCLA Semel Institute community thrive.

Salary & Compensation

• UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
  
  

Qualifications

• 4-6 years Thorough knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, knowledge of functional area and understands how work may affect other areas. (Required)
• 4-6 years Strong HR experience across multiple functional areas of recruitment, onboarding, employee and labor relations, HR Administration and Compliance, Classification, Compensation, Leave of Absences. (Required)
• 4-6 years Strong experience using Microsoft Office suite. (Required)
• 4-6 years Experience using human resources management system (HRMS), and / or other related business software programs and systems. (Required)
• 1-3 years UCPath / PeopleSoft / Timekeeping systems, or other UC applicable enterprise software. (Preferred)
• 1-3 years Experience working in a university or higher education environment. (Preferred)
• Strong understanding of human resources concepts and how they interconnect, including policies and procedures, employment practices, talent acquisition, employee and labor relations, benefits, LOAs, compensation, classification, timekeeping, training, and other HR functions. (Required)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills to address thouroughly address diverse and complex personnel and organizational matters. (Required)
• Ability to assess situations, develop recommendations, and apply critical thinking in areas such as change management, process improvement, and project management, where analysis of situations require a review of a variety of factors. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders while fostering a positive, professional, and service-oriented environment. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize work, communicate needs, and meet deadlines while working independently or with a team. (Required)
• Ability to handle difficult, sensitive, and stressful situations effectively and with professional composure while maintaining confidentiality. (Required)
• Excellent oral, written, and non-verbal communication and collaboration skills to actively listen, convey sensitive information, explain policies and information clearly and logically, and build relationships with diverse audiences. (Required)
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently with minimal supervision. (Required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of benefits and retirement programs, preferably in a university environment. (Required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of UC personnel policies (PPSM), bargaining union contracts, and procedures and practices that govern HR administration. (Preferred)
• General knowledge of change management and process improvement, including project management, stakeholder analysis, implementation plans, process mapping, root cause analysis, RACI, etc. (Preferred)
  
  

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
• Human Resources certification such as SHRM or PHR. (Preferred)
  
  

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
  
  

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

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