HR Generalist @ University of Vermont

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The University of Vermont is hiring an HR Generalist. The HR Generalist provides comprehensive HR support and consultation across employee relations, benefits, leave administration, HR policies, and workforce actions, working closely with an assigned HR Partner to support employees, retirees, and leaders while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

Highlights

Serves as the primary contact for employees and managers in assigned areas, managing inquiries from consultation to resolution.
Supports employee and labor relations, benefits, leave administration, and workforce actions.
Interprets and applies University policies, collective bargaining agreements, and employment regulations.
Maintains documentation and tracks issues using HR systems and electronic personnel records.
Requires discretion in handling sensitive information and strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Requires a Bachelor's degree with 2-5 years of HR experience or equivalent education and experience.
Knowledge of general HR practices and benefit plan administration is required.
Proficiency with computer software and adaptability in learning new systems is essential.
Desirable qualifications include teamwork, confidentiality, organizational skills, and effective communication.
Anticipated pay range is $68,000 to $72,000, with eligibility for hybrid work and completion of a background check.

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Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title	HR Generalist
Posting Summary	The HR Generalist serves as a consultative human resource professional and the primary point of contact for employees and managers in assigned areas, providing end-to-end support across a broad range of HR matters including employee and labor relations, benefits, leave administration, HR policies, , and workforce actions. In this role, the HR Generalist independently manages employee inquiries from initial consultation through resolution, maintaining ownership of issues and coordinating across HR Partners, Centers of Excellence, and campus stakeholders as needed to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent outcomes without requiring employees to navigate multiple contacts. Working in close partnership with an assigned HR Partner, the HR Generalist supports employees, retirees, and leaders by interpreting and applying University policies, plans, collective bargaining agreements, and employment regulations. The HR Generalist exercises sound judgment to determine when escalation or specialized expertise is required while remaining accountable for continuity and follow-through. The HR Generalist regularly utilizes HR systems and electronic personnel records to document, track, and resolve issues, ensuring compliance with institutional policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable laws. This position requires discretion in handling sensitive information, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to balance employee and institutional needs, contributing to a consistent, high-quality employee experience in support of the University’s mission and values
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)	Bachelor’s degree with 2-5 years related experience in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of general HR practices and benefit plan administration Proficiency with computer software and the ability to learn new systems and software
Desirable Qualifications	Work in a collaborative environment and serve as an effective team member Maintain confidentiality Organizational and time-management skills Work effectively with a wide range of University students, personnel, and affiliates, and across multiple disciplines Effectively communicate with customers to obtain information and provide assistance
Anticipated Pay Range	$68,000-72,000
Other Information
Special Conditions	A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA	Exempt
Union Position	No

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location	Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date	02/12/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled	No

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title	HR Partner PC1 X
Posting Number	S5949PO
Department	Human Resources/11305
Position Number	00027813
Percent of Full-Time	1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE	37.5
Term (months per year)	12

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For information on safety and security at the University of Vermont, see the annual security report by clicking on the Clery Act button in the sidebar menu.

Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.

For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application!

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Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title	HR Generalist
Posting Summary	The HR Generalist serves as a consultative human resource professional and the primary point of contact for employees and managers in assigned areas, providing end-to-end support across a broad range of HR matters including employee and labor relations, benefits, leave administration, HR policies, , and workforce actions. In this role, the HR Generalist independently manages employee inquiries from initial consultation through resolution, maintaining ownership of issues and coordinating across HR Partners, Centers of Excellence, and campus stakeholders as needed to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent outcomes without requiring employees to navigate multiple contacts. Working in close partnership with an assigned HR Partner, the HR Generalist supports employees, retirees, and leaders by interpreting and applying University policies, plans, collective bargaining agreements, and employment regulations. The HR Generalist exercises sound judgment to determine when escalation or specialized expertise is required while remaining accountable for continuity and follow-through. The HR Generalist regularly utilizes HR systems and electronic personnel records to document, track, and resolve issues, ensuring compliance with institutional policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable laws. This position requires discretion in handling sensitive information, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to balance employee and institutional needs, contributing to a consistent, high-quality employee experience in support of the University’s mission and values
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)	Bachelor’s degree with 2-5 years related experience in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of general HR practices and benefit plan administration Proficiency with computer software and the ability to learn new systems and software
Desirable Qualifications	Work in a collaborative environment and serve as an effective team member Maintain confidentiality Organizational and time-management skills Work effectively with a wide range of University students, personnel, and affiliates, and across multiple disciplines Effectively communicate with customers to obtain information and provide assistance
Anticipated Pay Range	$68,000-72,000
Other Information
Special Conditions	A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA	Exempt
Union Position	No

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location	Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date	02/12/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled	No

Our Common Ground Statement

Position Information

Position Title	HR Partner PC1 X
Posting Number	S5949PO
Department	Human Resources/11305
Position Number	00027813
Percent of Full-Time	1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE	37.5
Term (months per year)	12

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Documents Needed to Apply

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