Hr Operations Associate - Professional Development Opportunities

We are looking to hire a resourceful Hr operations associate to join our growing team at University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN.
Growing your career as a Full Time Hr operations associate is a great opportunity to develop indispensable skills.
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Full Job Description Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or a combination of education and/or human resources experience to equal at least four years. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) including spreadsheet and database applications, presentation creation, and word-processing and formatting. Demonstrated customer-service orientation with high energy and work style which positively engages others. Problem solving and research skills, and critical thinking ability. Ability to maintain and secure sensitive and private information with high data integrity and confidentiality. Effective organization and prioritization skills with strong attention to detail while ensuring timely completion of multiple assignments; ability to adjust effectively to unexpected changes. Written and verbal communication skills, including correct use of grammar, spelling, editing and punctuation. Preferred Qualifications:
One or more years of human resources experience Knowledge of a talent management system Experience supporting executive leaders Experience working in a non-profit/philanthropic environment. Overview


The HR Operations Associate provides human resources program and operations support service to the University of Minnesota Foundation's (UMF) People, Culture, and Operations (PCO) team and overall UMF staff. This role is responsible for coordinating overall departmental activities, administering the Talent Management System, and providing high level administrative support to the Vice President (VP), PCO and Associate Vice President (AVP), PCO.
Starting Salary: $50,000- 60,000 based on experience.


Responsibilities


HR Program and Operations Coordination (50%)
Oversee daily operations of the VP PCO's office and PCO department. Prioritize and manage activities and timelines to ensure alignment with department goals and expectations. Partner with VP and internal communications team to coordinate communication strategies and plans on sensitive and confidential HR matters. Identify problems, gather information, and make recommendations for solutions, taking past and current best practices into consideration. Coordinate administration of new HR initiatives and monitor the effect on relationships, processes and practices. Assist with planning, preparing and scheduling ongoing training efforts with the DEI Specialist and Director, Organizational Development, Learning, and Talent Management. Assist with administration of annual merit increase and incentive plans. Serve as backup for personnel transactions in HRMS and payroll processing. Triage questions/requests for the PCO department, answering questions or redirecting appropriately to ensure timely responses to inquiries. Talent Management System Administration (20%)
In partnership with Sr. HR Generalist, act as system administrator for the Integrated Talent Management System (Talent Connects). Administer the following annual processes under the guidance of the Sr. HR Generalist: Goal setting and approval Performance Management (e.g. mid-year review, annual lookback, mid-probation reviews) Succession planning/talent reviews Conflict of interest policy review Update and maintain learning module as needed in partnership with the Director, Organizational Development, Learning, and Talent Management. In partnership with Information Systems (IS) and Sr. HR Generalist, act as liaison between software vendor and UMF. Administrative and Budget Support (30%)
Logistical management of VP PCO and AVP PCO calendars, activities and travel, including making necessary arrangements and accommodations. Coordinate and schedule staff meetings and retreats for the PCO team. Track daily and travel expenditures to the PCO budget for the VP and ensure adherence to UMF policies for the department. Manage expense receipts and correct submission of expenses to appropriate budgets. Create and/or coordinate calendars, materials, presentations, and technology in preparation for meetings with foundation and University leaders. Maintain and organize confidential files, both physical and digital, and ensure legal compliance through Perceptive Content. Adhere to U of M records retention schedule in order to maintain and purge records accordingly. Prepare, edit, and proof proposals, documents, and spreadsheets. Maintains updated organizational chart. Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an equitable and inclusive working and learning environment (exhibit 100% of the time)
Continuous learning in diversity, equity and inclusion for oneself and team via training, podcasts, articles, etc. Seek to explore and understand cultural differences and create a culture of belonging. Develop and employ anti-racist practices and principles to accomplish work. Advocate for employees of all ethnicities, genders, ages and backgrounds Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with employees, colleagues, stakeholders, etc. About Us:
At the University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF), our mission is to connect passion with possibility, inspire generosity, and support greatness at the University of Minnesota by placing donors at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make. UMF is a nonprofit organization responsible for raising and managing gifts to the University of Minnesota.
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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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