EHRA Human Resources Consultant

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The Division of Finance and Operations at UNC-Chapel Hill encompasses a broad range of departments (Facilities Services, Finance, Budget & Data Analysis, Real Estate & Campus Enterprises, and Human Resources) that serve and support the University's teaching, research, and public service mission through dedicated, innovative work processes and high-quality customer service.

The central EHRA HR Office collaborates with campus HR professionals to design and classify approximately 6,000 EHRA positions including academic, executive, instructional, research, IT, public service, and other professional roles, as well as fixed-term faculty positions while effectively administering classification, employment, and compensation plans and policies established by the State of North Carolina and the UNC System.

The office also serves as the university's functional experts on personnel appointments and appointment changes, salary administration, including merit pay planning, analysis, and execution, and compliance with university, state, and federal laws and regulations.

This position is a 100% remote work arrangement, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The EHRA HR Consultant supports the largest variety of campus positions (faculty, instructional, research, athletic, executive, and senior administrative) that make Carolina such a fascinating place to work. The EHRA HR Consultant partners with and provides support to campus on matters such as appointments, classifications and compensation, separations, strategic planning and reorganizations, performance management, and policy interpretation and administration and is responsible for ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal laws and regulations related to EHRA staff. Through effective engagement of University resources, creative problem solving, exchanging of ideas with university colleagues, and in-depth HR knowledge and experience, the EHRA HR Consultant provides professional consultation for human resources best practices that support the university and/or department in achieving stated goals and objectives. The EHRA Consultant has a broad range of responsibilities including, but not limited to:

* Updates and implements compensation/classification policies and programs for faculty and non-faculty as directed by the UNC Board of Governor and Board of Trustees. Evaluates existing compensation practices to ensure compliance with university, state, and federal requirements.

* Performs classification studies and job analysis for new and existing positions and makes determinations that are consistent with established classification standards and that meet organizational needs. Advises campus on the broader impacts of organizational structure and classification changes

* Applies both theory and practice when assisting campus in making compensation-related decisions. Ensures that compensation recommendations are internally equitable, externally competitive, and fiscally responsible

* Provides consultation, guidance and training on policies and procedures relating to EHRA appointments, job changes, and promotions

* Reviews and approves EHRA hiring proposals, hire, job change, and promotion actions in the university's HR Information Systems

* Coordinates review of and administrative tasks for the EHRA Non-Faculty performance evaluation process

* Provides guidance to campus during the termination process to ensure decisions are consistent with university policy

* Anticipates future needs, challenges, and opportunities for assigned schools/divisions and collaborates with campus HR on short-term and long-range planning

* Triages and troubleshoots exceptional situations and resolves or refers for higher level escalation as appropriate

* Reviews HR business processes to identify and address opportunities for improvement and operational excellence.

* Performs other related duties and participates in or leads special projects as assigned.

Bachelor's degree and two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Professional knowledge of principles and best practices in human resource program procedures and methods and knowledge of the related business context, developed through a combination of practical experience and formal training, and the ability to creatively apply both to generate responsive solutions to specific situations. Ability to apply and interpret a variety of interrelated policies, procedures and programs and effectively address non-routine issues. Ability to advise and collaborate with clients to resolve difficult issues and recognize the impact of policies, procedures and laws. Ability to determine and follow a course of action to address complex, ambiguous or unique operational and/or programmatic issues. Ability to establish and maintain collaborative professional relationships; comfort and skill in handling multiple projects and priorities; sensitivity and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information; highly developed customer service and consulting skills. Ability to work toward mutual resolutions that are in the best interests of the organization and the unit. Ability to successfully complete projects with established guidelines, standards and deadlines.

Preferred candidates will have solid knowledge of University and state HR policies, procedures, processes and technologies as they relate to EHRA and SHRA personnel and payroll issues and the ability to interpret and communicate this information to the campus community. Five years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a Human Resource Generalist capacity. Experience in higher education or the non-profit sector is preferred. Previous EHRA NF Classification and compensation experience preferred.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.