Job of the Week: Human Resources Generalist

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring an administrator position (posting 726022) through the Department of Human Resources. 

This support staff position is housed primarily on the Solutions Center customer service team that interacts with all HR stakeholder groups to answer questions, problem solve and educate stakeholders on requirements related to MSU policies, work rules, contracts, systems and regulations. The position may cross-train and work with other teams in HR. Some of the position’s specific tasks include explaining and applying federal and state laws, union contracts, and university policies and procedures to provide information, advice and resolve issues for administrative departments, employees and retirees through multiple modes of communication. The staff member will also investigate and respond to inquiries concerning HR issues, which include but are not limited to employment, benefits and eligibility and enrollment, time, attendance and pay, retirement and internal and external audits. Some of the systems that the staff member will be working with include the HR-Payroll System, the Applicant Tracking System, Equifax and the multiple HR databases. Record keeping, including employee records, job posting records, criminal background checks, compliance information and other HR relevant records, is an important part of the position. Finally, any research and special projects including outreach and education are included in the job. For a full list of responsibilities, click here.

Applicants interested in this role should have knowledge equivalent to a normal four-year college degree program in human resources or a related social science, business or related field as well as six months to one year of related and responsible work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The desired qualifications include adaptability, deadline orientation and self motivation with the candidate exhibiting excellent customer service skills. It is desired but not required for the candidate to have some knowledge or experience using some HR-related systems including but not limited to those listed above. Some HR-specific certifications are also desirable. A resume and cover letter should be submitted upon application and references may be requested at a later date. 

To read more about the department of this position, visit https://hr.msu.edu. Learn more about the position and apply by August 24 here. Find all the latest job postings at careers.msu.edu. 

Job of the Week: Service and Maintenance

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring an On-Call Service Maintenance position (posting 697062) for the Landscape Services Department within Infrastructure Planning and Facilities.

This support staff position assists in a wide variety of routine manual labor tasks related to general landscaping. This includes plant and tree care including preservation and treatments; grounds maintenance operations; mowing lawns and landscaped areas; collecting and disposing of debris; operating equipment used in landscape maintenance and construction; cutting weeds, brush and grass using hand and power equipment; performing landscaping installations including material, signs, site furniture, edging and boulders; operating trucks and trailers; transporting trees and plants; de-icing sidewalks; updating and maintaining MSU’s plant database; and participating in campus cleanup after sports events. This position will engage in High Performance, leading edge practices, which are innovative in their approach to increased Stewardship and Service Excellence For a full list of responsibilities, click here.

The expected qualifications for this role include a knowledge of tools, method, materials, and equipment used in grounds maintenance, a good driving record, the ability to work in variable weather conditions, frequent lifting of up to or more than 75 pounds, knowledge of computer terminology and the ability to use and access to the internet and mobile devices. The desired qualifications include experience in ground maintenance and snow removal, experience with the program ArcGIS Collector Application, a creative and innovative approach to learning and working, and a positive attitude toward teamwork. A resume must be submitted to complete an application.

To read more about the department of this position, visit www.ipf.msu.edu. Learn more about the position and apply by August 31 here. Find all the latest job postings at careers.msu.edu. 

Job of the Week: Technical Aide

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a Technical Aide position (posting 722719) for the Fisheries and Wildlife Department in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

This support staff position provides technical support for the department. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations, research support, medical patient care, technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation and any and all other technical support functions. This specific term of work will be focusing on the fall migration research of Near-arctic and Neo-tropical land-birds at the Michigan State Bird Observatory, Burke Lake Banding Station, and Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center, each 15 minutes from MSU’s main campus. Education and outreach are key parts of the job as the station is open to the public and will host virtual and in person programs. Aides will be trained to extract passerines from mist nets, safe extraction procedures, and how to open and close mist nets. To read a full list of responsibilities for this position, click here. 

The desired qualifications for this role include a strong work ethic, a high interest in birds and a desire to gain field work experience. Aides must be able to learn how to record data from the staff member in charge, communicate with visitors about the procedures of the site and repair and keep up the mist nets and other equipment. To apply for this position, you must submit a letter of interest, resume and the names, phone numbers and email addresses of three references. All of the work will occur at one of the bird sanctuaries two to four days per week starting at around 30 minutes before sunrise. 

To read more about the department of this position, visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/cmerc/. Learn more about the position and apply by August 19 here. Find all the latest job postings at careers.msu.edu. 

Job of the Week: Events Worker

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring an Events Worker position (posting 720627) in the Department of Police and Public Safety.

This support staff position provides assistance for concerts, sporting events, outdoor fun and other related University special events. The duties can include working at assigned stations; preparing and dispensing refreshments; transporting, maintaining and arranging supplies, equipment and materials; operating cash drawers; assisting with parking enforcement; acting as an usher; and other, similar duties and related responsibilities. This position was created to assist the MSU Police Department with checking in staff, volunteers and events workers for various events at MSU. One important responsibility will be verifying the identity of individuals who will be working and/or volunteering at University events. To read a full list of responsibilities for this position, click here. 

There are no posted required qualifications for this role, but availability will be necessary during early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Shifts are scheduled in five hour increments with varying start and end times. This role is temporary and temps can work two nine month terms with a week break in service between terms. Later, the employee can terminate for three months and switch to on-call. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. 

To read about MSU’s Department of Police and Public Safety, visit their website. Learn more about the position and apply by August 11 here. Find all the latest job postings at careers.msu.edu.Â