Human Resources Consultant - School of Chemistry & Biochemistry

Overview
Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values
Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:
1. Students are our top priority.
2. We strive for excellence.
3. We thrive on diversity.
4. We celebrate collaboration.
5. We champion innovation.
6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.
7. We nurture the well-being of our community.
8. We act ethically.
9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Department Information
BIOCHEMISTRY of the GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

The school has vibrant undergraduate and graduate programs, with over 400 undergraduate majors and 170 graduate students, and an extensive research portfolio. Its faculty, staff, and students participate in a range of dynamic and collaborative research programs and enjoy modern facilities located on a pleasant urban campus in the City of Atlanta, Georgia.

The Human Resource Consultant provides expert guidance and support to organizations on various Human Resource matters, including talent management, compliance, and organizational development. This position emphasizes the assessment of current Human Resource practices, the identification of areas for improvement, and the delivery of customized solutions to meet the unique needs of the institution.

Job Duty 1 -
Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing human resource practices to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement within the organization.

Job Duty 2 -
Provide expert advice on talent management strategies, including recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning, to enhance organizational effectiveness.

Job Duty 3 -
Develop customized training and development programs tailored to the specific needs of the institution to foster employee growth and skill enhancement.

Job Duty 4 -
Facilitate workshops and training sessions for managers and employees on various Human Resource topics, including performance management, leadership development, and employee engagement.

Job Duty 5 -
Analyze Human Resource metrics and data to provide insights and recommendations that inform strategic decision-making and improve overall human resource functions.

Job Duty 6 -
Assist in the development and implementation of compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent while aligning with the institution's budget.

Job Duty 7 -
Serve as a resource for managers and employees by providing guidance on complex Human Resource issues and facilitating effective communication throughout the organization.

Job Duty 8 -
Prepare detailed reports and presentations that summarize findings, recommendations, and action plans for improving human resource practices and outcomes.

Job Duty 9 -
Collaborate with leadership to design and implement policies and procedures that ensure compliance with employment laws and industry best practices.

Job Duty 10 -
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience
Three or more years of relevant experience.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
PHR/SPHR certification

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree

SKILLS
This job requires working knowledge of Institute human resources administrative policies and procedures as well as human resources related federal and state regulatory requirements. Also required are interpersonal skills, especially as they relate to a diverse workforce, communications and problem solving skills. Use of basic and HRMS computer applications are required.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

More information on these policies can be found here: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/c2714 Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu).

Salary range: $58,000.00-$73,000.00

Location: Atlanta, GA

Job grade: G07

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have financial responsibilities.
No, this position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Cd).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

• Submitting and approving OneUSG transactions for faculty, staff, and student employees
• Creating job postings in OneUSG and hiring packages in GT-TRACS for faculty hires and Tech Temps
• Assisting with the international hiring process (J-1s, H-1Bs, etc.)
• Process Research and Academic hires, promotions, raises etc.in GT TRACS.
• Managing and advising Principal Investigators on visa processes such as extensions and changes in status.

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening