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Position Title
Human Resources Generalist
Division
Human Resources, Equity & Inclusion
Department/Office
Human Resources
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The Human Resources team at St. Catherine University invites applications for a Human Resources Generalist.
The Human Resources team visions the St. Kate’s community as one that is inclusive and where all are welcome. We collaborate across campus with leaders to create practices that move us toward a culture of inclusive excellence, which is part of the university’s strategic initiatives. The Human Resources Generalist serves as a resource for employees and management regarding recruiting, performance management, compensation, onboarding, and faculty employment contracts. Responsibilities are to:
The Human Resources team visions the St. Kate’s community as one that is inclusive and where all are welcome. We collaborate across campus with leaders to create practices that move us toward a culture of inclusive excellence, which is part of the university’s strategic initiatives. The Human Resources Generalist serves as a resource for employees and management regarding recruiting, performance management, compensation, onboarding, and faculty employment contracts. Responsibilities are to:
- Reinforce the organizations core values and expectations through modeling, communication, and coaching.
- Act as a champion of equity and inclusion principles, driving the adoption of practices that are compliance friendly, and risk averse.
- Edit and revise job postings and position descriptions, encouraging language that is inclusive and accessible and that aligns minimum qualifications with those principles.
- Run the hiring process from position review through onboarding, ensuring that positions are accessible to diverse candidate pools.
- Coach employees and supervisors on conflict-related issues, focusing on creating a culture of respect while managing compliance with relevant employment law.
- Manage requests for sabbaticals and emeritus status, making recommendations for parameters for consistent decision-making that are inclusive of a diverse array of faculty specializations.
- Educate leaders on compensation principles and conduct internal equity and market wage assessments.
- Coach leaders on the annual performance appraisal process, working with leaders to ensure compliance and equity within the organization.
- Issue annual faculty contracts and issue revisions to annual faculty contracts.
- Train leaders to facilitate the adoption and use of all systems including the Applicant Tracking System, Position Management System, Performance Management System and Onboarding System.
Employees at St. Kate’s feel a deep connection to the University’s Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:
- Three weeks of accrued vacation time as well as fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid “gift” days when the university is closed.
- Accrued sick time.
- Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403b retirement plan access
- Six weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service
St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Three (3) years of Human Resources experience that includes advising leaders on employment practices that are compliance friendly, risk averse and that create a culture of acceptance and belonging.
- Experience advising leaders on employee performance questions.
- Experience consulting with leaders on employee relations or leaves of absence.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience conducting employee relations investigations.
- Experience as a Human Resources representative to faculty.
- Experience creating and implementing faculty employment procedures.
- SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP certification
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.
EEO Statement
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.
Application instructions for STAFF
Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment.
Given the way campus life inherently puts people in close proximity to each other, including residence and dining halls, classrooms, and gatherings, the University has determined that a vaccination requirement is the best way to keep our community safe and prevent potential outbreaks as we return to more regular, in-person operations. St. Catherine University is requiring all students, faculty (including adjuncts contracted for the fall semester and beyond), staff, and residents age 12 and older to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series, including a booster, unless the University approves a medical or religious accommodation or other accommodation/exemption as required by applicable law. New employees must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exemption/accommodation before beginning work. For more information, visit stkate.edu/coronavirus-info/vaccine.
St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace
Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.
Given the way campus life inherently puts people in close proximity to each other, including residence and dining halls, classrooms, and gatherings, the University has determined that a vaccination requirement is the best way to keep our community safe and prevent potential outbreaks as we return to more regular, in-person operations. St. Catherine University is requiring all students, faculty (including adjuncts contracted for the fall semester and beyond), staff, and residents age 12 and older to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series, including a booster, unless the University approves a medical or religious accommodation or other accommodation/exemption as required by applicable law. New employees must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exemption/accommodation before beginning work. For more information, visit stkate.edu/coronavirus-info/vaccine.
St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace
Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
20220563-STAFF
Posting Start Date
02/19/2024
Application Deadline
03/10/2024
