Title:
Human Resources Associate II
Functional Title:
Human Resources Associate II
Category Status:
20-Nonexempt,Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1.000
Unit:
VPA-VP Administration
Hiring Range Minimum:
41944
Hiring Range Maximum:
50332.8
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The University of Maryland’s Division of Administration has an exciting and unique opportunity for a Human Resources Associate II. The role supports the division’s Business & Financial Services unit which provides consistent, high-quality budget, finance, and human resources support to the Division of Administration. Under the guidance of the Director for Business & Financial Services, the Human Resources Associate II provides human resource support and administrative assistance to the Business & Financial Services unit. This includes providing day-to-day support for customer inquiries, research, reporting, and problem resolution for personnel and payroll functions and overall office management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience:
Four years clerical experience, three years of which must have involved the application of human resources policies and procedures.
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of human resources practices and procedures; of basic mathematics including ratios and percentages; of modern office practices, procedures, systems, and equipment.
- Skill in the use of keyboards, automated systems, computers, and related software to facilitate assigned work; in organizing and executing multiple assignments under specific time constraints.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to understand and interpret human resources policies and procedures; to provide guidance and training to others; to maintain poise and courtesy under pressure; to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact; to accurately perform mathematical computations; to operate standard office equipment.
Preferences:
Preferences:
Familiarity with UMD HR processes and procedures
Additional Certifications:
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Work takes place primarily in an office environment, although the incumbent may be required to travel to meetings on campus. Lifting less than 50 pounds may be occasionally required.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.