Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15300P

Working Title

Human Resources Manager

Department

VPI-Active Learning

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

M-F 8 - 5 pm (some evening and weekend work may be required to hit payroll deadlines)

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

06/15/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

08/03/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Human Resources Generalist II

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.0

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Human Resources Manager, reporting to the Director of Active Learning, is an integral part of the Active Learning Student Engagement team. As part of its mission to support student success through scalable, high-impact peer education programs, this team develops, coordinates, and sustains large-scale active learning initiatives across the institution. This role serves as the centralized operational lead for high-volume student employment systems, designing, owning, and continuously improving scalable processes for hiring, onboarding, and payroll across multiple programs and funding sources, including peer learning assistants (PLAs), peer tutors, and other student and temporary employees supporting active learning initiatives.

The Human Resources Manager independently manages the full employee life cycle (recruitment through separation), policy and procedural guidance, employee benefits, payroll, employee training, and compensation for over 500 regular and temporary employees, with an emphasis on high-volume, semester-based student employment operations.

This position also manages broader HR functions for the Office of Instruction, overseeing day-to-day HR operations across both units. The HR Manager serves as the initiator and point of contact for all HR-related matters within the department-Active Learning and the Office of Instruction-as well as a liaison between these units, the Director of Academic Affairs, HR Operations and Compensation, and University Human Resources ( UHR ) in HR related matters.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to interpret, communicate and implement human resources policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of common UGA HRIS
• Ability to keep sensitive information secure and confidential, including the use of sound judgment and discretion.
• Ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
• Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage high-volume, detailed operations with competing priorities, particularly in time-sensitive academic employment cycles.

Physical Demands

N/A

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

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 Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Department HR Management

• Manage the creation, posting, and filling of all full-time, student, and part-time positions through the unit's human resources information systems.
• Oversee the hiring of all positions within the department, managing search committees and applicant communication (offer letters, tuition waivers, and position funding), and semester-based student hiring and onboarding processes to ensure alignment with academic calendars and program timelines.
• Oversee and execute classification changes, promotions, and HR actions for all full-time, student, and part-time positions within the relevant human resources information systems, including the administration of graduate assistantship waivers, offer letters, and work breaks.
• Manage all separation activities for exiting employees, including conducting exit interviews.
• Lead coordination with the HR Liaison for Active Learning and the Office of Instruction (engaging UHR as needed), managing collaboration on training, policy, and guidance related to well-being, retirement, workers' compensation, employee benefits, and FMLA .
• Own and maintain detailed payroll records across employee types and funding sources, including split funding models.

Percentage of time

75

Duties/Responsibilities

Payroll Oversight

• Serve as the primary authority and point of contact for faculty and staff supervisors and student employees across campus on payroll matters, including troubleshooting pay issues, funding splits, and appointment changes for student employees.
• Review and reconcile all bi-weekly and monthly payroll for student, part-time, and regular employees.
• Review and approve payroll for accuracy across all pay groups in Active Learning and the Office of Instruction while meeting established payroll deadlines.
• Manage and execute adjustments or corrections of omissions, errors, or unusual items in advance of payroll run dates.
• Prepare all ad hoc salary requests for the department for submission to the Director of Academic Affairs HR Operations and Compensation, including Requests for Salary Action (RSAs) and Supplements.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

Administrative Duties

• Maintain secure, confidential and current personnel files.
• Work with supervisors and affected employees to disseminate relevant HR information, complete all required forms and submit paperwork by all applicable deadlines.
• Coordinate and submit unit requested information by the set deadline.
• Participate in the day-to-day operations of the Office of Active Learning
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Active Learning.
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline departmental HR and payroll workflows, enhancing efficiency while reducing administrative burden for program staff.

Percentage of time

5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Leah Carmichael

Recruitment Contact Email

[email protected]

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents