Human Resources Partner, Graduate School and International Education at University of Arkansas

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You will be able to access and complete the application through My Draft Applications located on your Candidate Home page.Closing Date:12/01/2025Type of Position:HR Partners and SupportWorkstudy Position:NoJob Type:RegularWork Shift:Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations OEOC University of Arkansas () : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department:Financial Affairs and Human ResourcesDepartments Website: of Job Duties:The Human Resources Partner (HRP) serves as a strategic consultant and trusted advisor. This position focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives to support the Graduate School and International Educations mission vision and goals as well as supporting the University of Arkansas strategic pillars of Research Excellence Student Success and Employer of Choice. The HR Partner support units with services in recruitment employee relations performance management compensation and workforce development. The HR Partner for the Graduate School & International Education is responsible for implementation of HR strategy and operations for the Graduate School & International Education. This position requires extensive knowledge of university state and federal HR processes regulations and standards. Provides a wide range of HR services including centralization of recruitment processes orientation and training onboarding and offboarding compensation performance management employee relations retention and career development job analysis and documentation and organizational development. Partners proactively with deans directors and managers to address a variety of workplace issues. Responsible for processing of all personnel and payroll transactions in Workday. Assists with oversight and management of the graduate assistant process for the campus. Represents the unit at various meetings and serves as liaison on all unit personnel matters with external constituents HR OEOC and Provost Office. Assist in the preparation of routine and special request reports for the unit and central HR. Reports to the assistant dean for finance and administration. Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors degree in human resources or related field or equivalent experienceAt least two years experience in higher education (preference given to those who have worked on the academic side)Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.At least one year of HR experiencePreferred Qualifications:Masters degreeHR certification (e.g. SHRM-CP PHR)More than one year of progressive HR experienceExperience working at the University of ArkansasAt least three to five years of experience in higher educationExperience using an HCM system such as WorkdayKnowledge Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of HR principles practices and regulationsAdditional Information:Salary Information:Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply:Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) ResumeOptional Documents:Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information:Melissa Erwin Assistant Dean of Financial AffairsAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants:Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion SittingFrequent Physical Activity:TalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Hearing Standing WalkingBenefits Eligible:YesRequired Experience:Intern Key Skills Computer Science,ICWA,Access Control,Account Development,Customer Care,Import & Export Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1