Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Director of HR Operations, the Human Resources Generalist provides a broad range of HR services to staff and management employees. This position performs comprehensive administrative, technical, and analytical duties in supporting a variety of HR programs including, but not limited to: classification, compensation, employee and labor relations, recruitment and promotion, and disability accommodations. The Human Resources Generalist will provide interpretation and guidance to campus administrators, managers, and staff regarding state and federal labor laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreement requirements, and California State University (CSU) systemwide HR policies, procedures and practices; this may include researching and drafting guidelines, policies and procedures in response to laws, CSU Systemwide mandates, or campus needs.

The Human Resources Generalist performs work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature including convening staff labor management councils, providing HR support and facilitating campus grievance meetings and written responses, direct involvement in or providing support for collective bargaining, advising on management strategies, participating in or leading investigations, and assisting with navigating grievances. This is a full-time, one-year, temporary position and is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, vision and CalPERS retirement.

Department Summary

The Human Resources (HR) department provides leadership and support for 1600+ staff and non-academic management employees in organizational development and effectiveness, workforce planning, compensation and classification, recruitment and selection, employment, personnel policies and records, professional development, employee relations, labor relations/collective bargaining, performance management, workplace violence prevention, and employee recognition programs. HR also manages comprehensive and integrated benefits administration, disability leave, fee waiver, employment verification, HR information systems (HRIS), and employee information security for 2500+ faculty, management and staff employees.

Key Qualifications

• Working knowledge in human resources theories, principles, concepts, practices, and techniques, with emphasis on public sector employment.
• Thorough knowledge of or ability to quickly learn CSU classification standards and collective bargaining contracts.
• Strong analytical and research skills; ability to gather, evaluate, interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex regulations, policies, and procedures and to develop well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature which requires access to information which directly relates to collective bargaining negotiations or management strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist.
• Ability to work with frequent changes in policies and procedures, under pressure of deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university and three years of progressively responsible experience in human resources. A graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range: $80,000 - $105,000 per year. Classification Range: $56,244 - $134,676 per year. Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

About Cal Poly

Known for its Learn by Doing philosophy, Cal Poly is ranked among the top 10 public universities in the nation. Each year, more than 23,000 top-tier students come to Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly Maritime Academy in Solano County to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities, maritime and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit www.calpoly.edu.

Working Within the California State University System

As part of the California State University, the nation's largest public four-year university system, Cal Poly employees contribute to a broader mission of advancing knowledge, creating opportunity and serving the people of California.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

Supplemental Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Cal Poly will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.