Human Resources Generalist

About the role

This position will collaborate with other parts of the Human Resources organization to ensure processes and programs are aligned with CSCU goals and designed to deliver seamless and efficient service. The position is located at CT State Capital (950 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103) and is expected to start in August 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Partners with and is accountable for successful relationships with campus leadership teams to ensure alignment of human resources support services with organizational goals and strategies
• Advises campus leadership teams on human resources policies, procedures and mission driven strategies
• Collaborates with campus leadership to fulfill their organizational staffing needs by ensuring accurate job classifications are used and collaborating with HR Administration to initiate refill requests and position actions
• Collaborates with Talent and Recruitment, to facilitate search processes, including forming search committees and providing guidance throughout the duration of search activities
• Promotes employee engagement through standardized programs that support the CSCU culture and improve retention
• Develops and implements inclusion and diversity initiatives that align with the organization's culture and demographic changes
• Supports talent management by executing a standardized program to develop future leaders
• Administers the performance management system and assists in addressing employee performance issues
• Coordinates and provides training and staff development programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with one (1) or more years' experience in the principles, practices and techniques of Human Resources
• Considerable knowledge of human resources administration, relevant state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures, principles and practices of organizational design and human resources information systems
• Considerable written and oral communications skills, interpersonal skills, and negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Benefits

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following:

• A cover letter
• A current resume

In your cover letter, you must clearly address how your experience and skills align with each of the required and preferred qualifications. The cover letter may be entered as text in the application system or uploaded as a single combined file with the resume. Your resume must include the names of three (3) current professional references, including their titles, email addresses, and telephone numbers.