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Eastern Shore Community College

Human Resources Generalist

🇺🇸 Accomack, VA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $44K - $48K 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ June 16th, 2026

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Eastern Shore Community College is hiring a Human Resources Generalist. The role involves providing comprehensive support across all areas of human resource management including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, classification, and compensation, while ensuring consistent application of HR policies and procedures.

Highlights
  • Provide guidance and assistance in recruitment and selection, employee relations, performance management, classification, and compensation.
  • Review personnel actions and offer recommendations for HR policies consistency.
  • Knowledge of human resource principles and ability to apply policies to a diverse workforce.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of using HR information systems, applicant tracking, and onboarding platforms.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and applicants both verbally and in writing.
  • Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
  • Familiarity with federal and state employment laws preferred.
  • SHRM-CP or PHR certification, basic payroll knowledge, and benefits plans knowledge are additional considerations.
  • Full-time position with a hiring range of $44,192 - $48,000, commensurate with qualifications.

Human Resources Generalist Full Description

Human Resources Generalist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Details
 Posting Summary 
Working Title  | Human Resources Generalist
Role Title  | Human Resource Analyst I
Role Code  | 19091-SW
FLSA  | Nonexempt
Pay Band  | 04
Position Number  | 28400037
Agency  | Eastern Shore Community College
Division  | Eastern Shore Community College (Div)
Work Location  | Accomack - 001
Hiring Range  | $44,192 - $48,000, commensurate w/ qualifications
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | 5-Paraprofessionals
Full Time or Part Time  | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-  | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?  | No
Work Schedule  | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday with some evenings and weekends as required.
Sensitive Position  | No

Job Description 
Eastern Shore Community College is a member of the Virginia Community College System. The College serves the residents of Accomack County and Northampton County as a two-year institution of higher learning.  Operating under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Eastern Shore Community College Board, the college is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the two counties and the Eastern Shore Community College Foundation.

The Human Resource Generalist serves as key contributor to the College’s human resources operations by providing comprehensive support across all functional areas of human resource management. This position is responsible for providing guidance and assistance in the areas of recruitment and selection, employee relations, performance management, classification and compensation; reviews personnel actions and provides recommendations to ensure consistent application of human resources policies and procedures.

Special Assignments  | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications  | Working knowledge of human resource principles and practices, with the ability to interpret, apply, and communicate policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to a diverse workforce. Proficiency in PC-based software applications, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn and effectively utilize HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, and onboarding platforms. Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize work, and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collect, review, and process information using manual and automated systems. Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with faculty, staff, and applicants. Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain a high level of confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with discretion. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating effectively as part of a team. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, processes, and organizational needs while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Additional Considerations  | · Familiarity with federal and state employment laws.· SHRM-CP or PHR certification.· Basic payroll knowledge.· Knowledge of benefits plans (e.g., medical and retirement)
Operation of a State Vehicle  | No
Supervises Employees  | No
Required Travel  | Limited
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | CLS_4514P
Recruitment Type  | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 06/15/2026
Job Close Date  | 06/29/2026
Open Until Filled  |
Agency Website  | es.vccs.edu
Contact Name  | Jill Adams
Email  | jadams@tcc.edu
Phone Number  | 757.822.1709
Special Instructions to Applicants  | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information   
Background Check Statement Disclaimer  | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement  | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting  | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/97106
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * I understand this position is not a remote position and I will be required to attend work in person. 
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
  1. Alternative Hiring Process Letter