HR Generalist, L&S Administrative Regional Team

Join the L&S Administrative Regional Team as an HR Generalist and become an integral part of our team. In this role, you will be responsible for directly serving the needs of one or more departments in the college with day-to-day HR and payroll tasks. Areas of responsibility may include recruitment and onboarding coordination, processing hire and job change transactions, immigration and work authorization tasks, and managing payroll (e.g. leave reporting, time approval, etc.) and benefit activities. Reporting to the HR Manager, you will also contribute to the ongoing development of L&S HR services to ensure we are effectively meeting the needs of employees and units. This will include both individual and group process improvement work, including research, analysis, and implementation in a high-volume and fast-paced work environment.

We are looking for candidates who will bring a positive, collaborative, and proactive problem-solving approach to working with faculty, staff, students, and colleagues. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter who demonstrates resourcefulness and works independently while exercising sound judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures. A strong commitment to confidentiality, adaptability, and a resilient mindset are essential. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with us, we encourage you to apply. This position is expected to be onsite at the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus 3 days a week.

• Executes and audits work transactions and changes adhering to established policies and procedures to meet anticipated deadlines

• Receives, responds to, and resolves employee questions and problems 

• Represents unit/program at institutional workshops, informational meetings, and training sessions

• Contributes to the development, implementation, interpretation, and revision of work unit Human Resources policies and procedures according to institutional and legal rules and regulations

• Provides consultation, performs analytics, and/or maintains personnel files, communications, and materials for work unit through various mediums

College of Letters & Science, Administration – Human Resources

The College of Letters and Science (L&S) is the heart of UW-Madison and home to a tremendous breadth and depth of departments and degree-granting programs in the humanities; natural, physical, and mathematical sciences; and social sciences. As a centralized service unit, L&S Human Resources provides comprehensive HR support to more than 60 departments. We serve a diverse community of staff, faculty, and students, offering guidance and expertise across the full spectrum of HR functions—including payroll and benefits, performance management, compensation, staffing, and more. Our team of experienced generalists and specialists is committed to delivering clear, timely communication and both tactical and strategic solutions. We continually evolve our practices based on feedback and the changing needs and priorities of the college.

The typical starting salary for this position is $55,000 - $70,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays and paid time off; competitive insurances and saving accounts; and retirement benefits.

• Minimum 2-year relevant professional experience in Human Resources, payroll, or related role

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word or similar applications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to independently plan, establish priorities, and accurately enter and manage information in web-based applications in a deadline-driven work environment

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to navigate and utilize a Human Resource Information Systems (e.g. Workday, Peoplesoft, etc.)

• Human resources and/or payroll experience in a higher education or similar setting

• Experience with applying complex policies and procedures related to complex processes

• Experience with improving processes, navigating change, and/or applying systems thinking to work

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience preferred

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To be considered for this recruitment, you must upload: 
 
-Resume  
-Cover Letter 
 
The materials should address your experience relating to the qualifications referenced above.
 

There is only one attachment field; please upload all application materials here. All listed application materials must be submitted for your application to be considered. Please submit only the materials specified; additional materials will not be reviewed. 

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

For questions on the position, contact: Maria Antezana, [email protected]. 

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