Position Title: Human Resources Generalist II Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience Job Description: Are you an HR professional who thrives on building relationships, solving complex people issues, and helping leaders achieve results through effective human resource practices? University Human Resources is seeking a collaborative, customer-focused HR Generalist II to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a trusted HR resource to leaders and employees, providing professional guidance across a broad range of human resource functions. Working in partnership with HR Partners and central HR specialists, you will help managers navigate employee relations, performance management, staffing, compensation, policy interpretation, and organizational challenges. This position is ideal for an HR professional who combines strong HR knowledge with excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service. What You'll Do Build strong partnerships with managers and employees by providing timely, professional, and customer-focused HR consultation. Advise leaders on performance management, employee relations matters, policy interpretation, documentation, and corrective action processes. Conduct compensation and salary analyses and guide leaders through pay-related decisions. Analyze situations, identify underlying HR concerns, and recommend practical solutions that balance business needs, policy compliance, and employee experience. Apply working knowledge of HR policies, employment practices, and university procedures to ensure consistency and compliance. Assist with employee relations investigations and support conflict resolution efforts. Deliver training and coaching to managers on HR programs, policies, and processes. Maintain data integrity and utilize HR systems, reports, and information to support informed decision-making. Collaborate with HR colleagues to provide seamless service and escalate complex issues appropriately. What Will Help You Be Successful Successful candidates will demonstrate strengths in: HR Acumen and professional judgment Relationship building and customer service Written and verbal communication Conflict management and difficult conversations Critical thinking and problem-solving Consultation and influencing skills Data-informed decision-making Results orientation and accountability Organizational awareness and professionalism Adaptability and continuous learning Preferred Qualifications Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Experience supporting managers with performance management, employee relations, workplace conflict resolution, and corrective action processes. Experience implementing and administering HR policies and processes Experience conducting compensation reviews, salary analyses, or providing pay-related recommendations. Experience using data and reporting tools to support HR decision-making. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. For more information about the Human Resources team, please visit: HR Delivery - University Human Resources Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: Resume/Curriculum Vitae Letter of Application/Cover Letter Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by November 15, 2026. Why Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: PS808 Original Posting Date: November 6, 2026 Posting Close Date: Job Requisition Number: R20161 Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected]. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications. Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub. By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected]. If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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