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Virginia Tech is hiring a Multi-State/Global HR Employment Analyst. The role involves ensuring compliance with international, federal, state, and local employment laws, providing guidance on complex employment requirements, and partnering with various university stakeholders to develop policies and processes that mitigate risk while supporting operational efficiency.

Highlights

Monitor and interpret employment laws across multiple jurisdictions including international regions.
Advise HR, payroll, and university leadership on compliance related to hiring, terminations, leave, and wage regulations.
Develop and maintain multi-state and international compliant HR policies and procedures.
Conduct audits and generate reports to support compliance reviews and government reporting.
Respond to employee and manager inquiries about employment law and remote work regulations.
Required skills include strong knowledge of FLSA, FMLA, wage and hour laws, and Microsoft Excel data analysis.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field with experience in HR operations and benefits administration.
Preferred certifications include PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Supports remote and hybrid workforce compliance across states and countries.
Salary up to $73,000 annually; exempt from overtime; 40 hours per week.

Multi-State/Global HR Employment Analyst Full Description

Job Description

In support of Virginia Tech's domestic and global strategic initiatives, the Division of Human Resources is seeking to hire an individual to assist with ensuring compliance with international, federal, state, and local employment laws.

This position will provide guidance on employment requirements of other states (and countries); conduct research and provide oversite for critical compliance areas, including benefits, leave, time and attendance, FLSA, and related policies and procedures. The analyst will partner with peers within HR, Payroll, Tax Compliance, Legal Counsel, other stakeholders across the university (and beyond) to develop and maintain practices that mitigate risk while supporting operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:
• Employment Compliance
o Monitor and interpret federal, state, and local employment laws across all operating jurisdictions.
o Advise HR, payroll, and leaders on compliance requirements related to hiring, terminations, leave, wage and hour, and other employment practices.
o Partner with stakeholders to analyze compliance requirements of employment outside of the United States and identify alternative solutions where applicable
o Ensure timely implementation of regulatory changes affecting policies, procedures, and HR systems.
• Policy and Process Development
o Develop and maintain HR documentation of processes and procedures aligned with multi-state (and international) employment requirements.
o Collaborate with HR operations, recruiting, and payroll teams to design compliant processes and documentation.
o Partner with stakeholders within HR, Payroll, Tax Compliance, and Legal Counsel as needed for interpretation and risk assessment.
• Data Analysis & Reporting
o Perform audits of employment data to identify compliance risks and recommend solutions.
o Generate reports to support compliance reviews, government reporting, and internal audits.
o Track and communicate trends in regulatory changes and their impact on operations.
• Employee & Manager Support
o Respond to inquiries related to employment laws, wage and hour rules, and state-specific leave programs.
o Partner with Remote Work Committee to assess requests for out-of-state or international remote work.
o Provide guidance and training to HR partners and other stakeholders on regulatory requirements and best practices.

Competencies:
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy
• Strong Analytical and Research Skills
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
• Confidentiality & Integrity in handling sensitive information
• Collaborative and Consultative Approach

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Working experience in HR operations and benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws (FLSA, FMLA and other benefits requirements, wage and hour laws, etc.).
• Experience researching and interpreting employment regulations (and policies).
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Experience supporting remote and hybrid workforces across multiple states and/or countries.
• Familiarity with payroll processes and systems.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Salary Range of up to $73,000

Hours per week

Review Date

9/16/2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

This position will be prominently onsite during the training/onboarding period then may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement of 3 days on site, 2 days remote.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Zach LaCroix at zlacroix@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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