A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of the School's human resources (HR) office is to provide counsel and guidance and to lead initiatives on behalf of the School. We serve as an adviser to School personnel on HR policies, procedures and systems including Appointments, Promotions and Tenure (APT); recruitment and hiring; performance management; employee relations; as well as many other areas. We also serve as the liaison between the School and various offices around campus (Provost's Office, Office of Human Resources, Equal Opportunity Office, Office of University Counsel, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, as well as other UNC-Chapel Hill offices) on personnel issues.

Position Summary

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The position operates as a Senior HR Team Member for the Gillings School of Global Public (SPH) Health HR Shared Services Team which provides SPH School Wide HR Service. Through collaborative team decision making processes, the goal of the team is to support each other in the provision of seamless customer service across the school and university. The Senior HR Consultant will work with the Gillings HR team and department managers as needed for unique requests surrounding department structure, role classification and equitable compensation, using appropriate salary benchmarks; provide feedback of performance plans and reviews as well as the preparation of materials for the schools promotion and tenure activities. The position will also provide HR consultation to a small unit. Our departments range in characteristic from those largely inclusive of 12-month faculty and SHRA staff supported by grants that fluctuate frequently, to those with 9-month faculty appointments backstopped by state funds, to institutes comprised largely of EHRA non-faculty employees on contractual funds that change monthly. The Senior HR Consultant will be a member of an HR Shared Services team charged with providing services to various types of employees including 332 faculty and 590 staff. The chosen applicant must be an excellent communicator and have the ability to establish strong professional relationships with multiple parties. They must be able to resolve problems and situations that arise and work with SPH HR and the University's Office of Human Resources to obtain viable and efficient solutions, ensuring HR services are delivered in accordance with policies and appropriate procedures for SPH as a unified organization and in accordance with state and University policies.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years or greater of professional-level human resources experience in a setting of similar scope and complexity is requiredThe successful candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, sound business judgment, tact and diplomacy, and the ability to interact with personnel at all levels of the School/Division and University.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA) and have prior experience in consulting with internal clients on some combination of recruitment, compensation, employee relations, position classification or employee benefits matters.

Must demonstrate a 'Can Do' customer service mentality.

Must have the ability to dissect a problem and find the fundamental cause and offer a viable and logical solution.

Proven ability to succeed in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Knowledge of Appointment, Promotions, & Tenure process/tracking.

Knowledge of ConnectCarolina, CarolinaTalent, lnfoPorte and UNC TIM.

Thorough knowledge of UNC Polices & Procedures for both SHRA & EHRA classifications.

Prior experience in the higher education setting is highly preferred but not required.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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