HR Associate - Now Hiring

Job Title: HR Associate
Location: UNG - Gainesville
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 293262
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an HR Associate on the Gainesville campus. This position provides comprehensive support, acts as an initial point of contact for HR functions, and will assist with new hire onboarding. This position will also coordinate and manage HR processes, prepare, track and assist with the accurate completion of time-sensitive and confidential paperwork and correspondence on behalf of the department, and explains and interprets HR rules, policies, and procedures in response to internal and external inquiries, and assists customers with the use of HR systems and automation. This position assists the Talent Management team with data entry, appointments, and other duties.

Application review will begin in January after UNG's winter break.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and resolve inquiries (phone, e-mail, in-person). Greet visitors to the department.
• Oversee completion of hiring-related paperwork in accordance with Federal, State laws, and university policies.
• Create, maintain, and enter information into databases. Generate IDs, update information in banner, Assist with creating and updating job profiles, Complete virtual 1-9 verification via Zoom and monitor and maintain name and address change requests.
• Process, verify, and maintain personnel-related documentation. Review and approve or reject completed Student Work Agreements. Collect informational documentation from departments, create UNG welcome folders for new staff employees, and distribute
• Complete employment verifications for current and former employees. This may include complex salary verification requests for several years of data, including gross pay, overtime pay, vacation payout, compensatory time pay, summer pay, extra compensation, and dual appointments.
• Complete employment verifications for current and former employees. This may include complex salary verification requests for several years of data, including gross pay, overtime pay, vacation payout, compensatory time pay, summer pay, extra compensation, and dual appointments.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and various software.
• Must be able to multi-task, have effective time management and organizational skills; excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• One year of customer services, administrative, human resources, or related experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

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 .

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position has financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Credit