The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.

The University System of Georgia (USG) is one of the nation¿s largest and leading public higher education systems. The USG is committed to creating a more educated Georgia that is prepared for the global, knowledge economy by increasing degree completion, ensuring academic excellence, spurring research and creativity, driving business creation, and making effective and efficient use of resources. The USG will accelerate our state¿s higher education commitment to educational attainment, accountability, partnerships, performance, value, and global competitiveness. Our organizational core values are founded upon the principles of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

The USG is now accepting applications for a Human Resources Generalist to provide support for HR operational activities to the employees of the University System Office (USO) ¿ Athens (ITS) and Sandersville (SSC) locations. This position requires comprehensive working knowledge of all functional areas of Human Resources. Performs intermediate level work and acts as a resource in the USO HR department to support functions associated with the human resources process.

This position is responsible for duties representative of the following:

• Provides excellent customer service to USO Information Technology Services (ITS) and Shared Services Center (SSC) management and employees.
• Interprets and advises managers and employees on organizational policies, procedures and related laws and statutes.
• Ensures effective, accurate and timely support and communication related to benefits, compensation, employee relations, employment, and training and development.
• Collaborates with hiring managers to develop recruitment plans for USO Athens and Sandersville vacancies.
• Collaborates with hiring managers to maintain and update the USO¿s catalog of accurate job descriptions for the USO Athens and Sandersville locations.
• Trains managers on the use of the automated applicant tracking system.
• Conducts intermediate-level classification and compensation reviews.
• Collaborates with the Associate Director for Human Resources and department leaders to recommend and develop training for managers and employees on human resources subject matters.
• Conducts new hire orientation.
• Completes the exit process for separating employees.
• Collaborates with colleagues and conducts research to ensure the accuracy of employee transactions.
• Provides workplace investigation support by reviewing documentation, drafting witness interview questions, and conducting fact-finding interviews.
• Exercises a high level of judgement and independent decision making and awareness of protocol and procedures within the USO.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Undergraduate degree and 5 years of related experience in Human Resources OR High School diploma and 9 years HR experience

Master of Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Two years of professional level human resources experience interpreting and advising on policies

• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations, HR policies, benefits and compensation.
• Intermediate ability to manipulate data using the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Intermediate skill in utilizing virtual meeting platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including making presentations
• Time management skills to efficiently prioritize the completion of assignments
• Ability to interact confidently with representatives from all organizational levels
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle difficult, confidential and/or sensitive situations with diplomacy and tact, discretion, and professionalism
• Ability to communicate clearly and to effectively convey information to others
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment as needed
• Ability to exercise sound judgement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-exempt (hourly-paid) position. This position is located in Athens, GA. It is not affiliated with the University of Georgia.

A pre-employment background check will be required. It will include criminal history and driving record checks. It will not include a credit check.