Human Resources Consultant Sr

About Us

Overview

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Techs faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nations top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Techs Mission and Values

Georgia Techs mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Job Summary

The HR Consultant Sr position serves as a management advisor and facilitator in the application of human resources policies and procedures for assigned unit(s). Assists with implementation of new or revised human resources policies and programs within the unit(s).

This position will interact on a consistent basis with unit management and staff, Georgia Tech Human Resources management and staff, and Faculty Affairs

This position typically will advise and counsel: unit leadership and staff

This position may supervise assigned staff

Responsibilities

Job Duty 1 -

Interpret human resources policies and advise unit management regarding application

Job Duty 2 -

Consult with units by providing advice and guidance related to human resources matters

Job Duty 3 -

Review, analyze and advise management regarding human resources actions and issues (compensation, new hires, promotions, onboarding, offboarding, etc.). Coordinate resolution of exceptions

Job Duty 4 -

Consult with Employee Relations unit in the guidance and facilitation of processing formal employee relations issues, conflict resolution, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations

Job Duty 5 -

Serve as key liaison between assigned units management, Georgia Tech Human Resources, and Faculty Affairs, regarding all human resources related issues

Job Duty 6 -

Collaborate and partner with Talent Acquisition/Recruiting team on recruiting needs to support onboarding efforts

Job Duty 7 -

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelors Degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience

Five to seven years of job related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Certifications or licenses preferred: PHR, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Masters Degree

Additional Preferred Experiences

Experience in higher education, research and development, government, healthcare, manufacturing, or other industry-specific environments, when applicable.

Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.

6+ years of progressive HR experience, including an HR Generalist or Employee Relations role.

Demonstrated experience partnering with senior leaders to develop and implement workforce strategies aligned with organizational objectives.

Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.

Experience supporting organizational change initiatives, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management programs.

Proven ability to analyze workforce data and metrics to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations.

Experience managing complex employee relations matters, investigations, and conflict resolution.

Excellent consulting, coaching, influence, and relationship-building skills.

Experience supporting performance management and employee development programs.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-unit, or matrixed environment.

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Experience with HRIS, talent management systems, and reporting tools such as Workday, PeopleSoft, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

communication skills.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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 https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individuals race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position will not travel

This position doesnt requires security clearance.

This position is located in Atlanta, GA

Salary Job Grade: G08

Recruiting Range: $74,966.00 - $106,095.00 (Depending on Experience)

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest/