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Personnel Specialist

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Nov 13, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S16007P
Working Title	Personnel Specialist
Department	Franklin-Deans Business Office
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,200 faculty and more than 7,900 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 44,000 students including over 33,000 undergraduates and over 11,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 20 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine and the Victoria Kay Investor School of Nursing.
About the College/Unit/Department	Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.
College/Unit/Department website	https://franklin.uga.edu/business-office/teams
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	M-F, 8am-5pm
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with experience starting at $47,000
Posting Date	11/03/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	11/30/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title	Human Resources Generalist I
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	The Hiring & Personnel Team provides operational support to units in the areas of personnel by determining and processing appropriate actions using University systems such as UGAJobs and USGConnect. Based on a variety of factors, determines the appropriate job classification and coordinates the entry and validation of employee changes including position creation and management, onboarding (transition from UGAJobs to HCM) and ensuring that employees are compensated for the correct amount on a timely basis.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Ability to coordinate and manage multiple competing projects in an organized, efficient manner by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines, and adapting programmatic objectives to changes Ability to learn and apply position management processes related to various employee types, including but not limited to faculty, staff, graduate students, hourly employees, and work study students Ability to learn and apply processes, protocols, and procedures with a focus on personnel/position management and payroll accounting Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels, exercising tact, confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness Substantially developed interpersonal and teamwork skills to successfully work with diverse groups in an academic environment Ability to form action plans and make decisions, consulting higher management as needed Ability to act and exercise sound judgment with sensitivity to identify matters that require higher-level management consultation. Consult with leadership as needed Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, pivot charts, and tables Ability to make decisions based upon established Hiring & Personnel Team andFBSOprocesses. Ability to make recommendations for deviations and receive prior approval before implementing
Physical Demands	Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling; spending long periods of time at a computer.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Personnel Management 80%:

Facilitate student, staff, and faculty hiring.
Create new position descriptions and update position details in UGAJobs through position evaluations and modifications.
Work independently to determine the classification and creation of graduate student, hourly student assistant, and temporary hourly positions in UGAJobs
Work in collaboration with the appropriate teams-Franklin HR, Franklin Faculty Affairs, UGA Central HR-to determine the classification and creation of staff and faculty positions in UGAJobs
Create and manage direct-hire and open-search postings in UGAJobs for faculty, staff, graduate student, hourly student assistant, and temporary hourly positions
Process hiring proposals for faculty, staff, graduate student, hourly student assistant, and temporary hourly positions in UGAJobs
Understand varying payrates amongst units and ensureFTEcompliance across multiple positions within Franklin and acrossUGA
Working with units and payroll managers to understand departmental needs; applying that information as it relates to job duties and positions of trust
Set up position funding inHCM
Process Time and Absence approver updates
Complete new hire ticket for FranklinOIT
Manage position movement between 18T and 18C as required byUGA
Process reports to changes in UGAJobs for faculty, staff, graduate student, hourly student assistant, and temporary hourly positions
Use Team Dynamix & Smartsheet to document hiring actions
Submit background checks for volunteer programs

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Approvals and Compliance: 10%

Serve as Certified HR Practitioner
Ensure compliance with UGA processes and standards
Has the ability to identify misconduct, non-compliance and non-performance and to resolve or report to team lead, manager and/or Finance Director
Assist with I-9 compliance; Send reminders and alert supervisors of non-compliance. Work with appropriate payroll manager to terminate any positions that no longer have work authorization

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Committees, Collaboration & Mentoring 10% Begin to collaborate with other FBSO colleagues, serving as a policy resource for Franklin units regarding hiring, termination and other personnel matters Serve on committees within Franklin College Business office to provide input as a hiring team stakeholder
Percentage of time	10