Human Resources Specialist

Title: Human Resources Specialist

Location:

Providence, RI 02903, USA

Full time

 

 

job requisition id

REQ204390

Job Description:

 

The Human Resources Specialist has a comprehensive understanding of all Human Resources-related processes and serves as an advisor to the Human Resource Director on a variety of Human Resource functions including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, policy and procedure administration, equity reviews, job audits, and salary recommendations.  The Human Resource Specialist consults in conjunction with the Director, Human Resources on all employment related functions, and serves as a point of contact within the School of Public Health Human Resources  resolving day-to-day issues and triaging employee and labor relations issues to the Director as needed.   The Human Resource Specialist provides information on Brown University Human Resources protocols to supervisors and managers, provides Human Resource policy guidance and interpretation, and is a key point of contact for employment inquiries.  Serves as the Workday liaison for the Department, providing guidance to hiring managers for all Workday processes, and provides and/or coordinates initial and refresher training to staff. 

 

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Or a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
 

• 1-3 years of human resources experience, 

• (Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.)

• Demonstrated proficiency with Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Google docs/forms

• The ability to function effectively and  in a busy setting and manage a large volume of data

• The ability to maintain confidentiality and show discretion when dealing with information of a sensitive nature 

• Accurate and detail-oriented

• The ability to work independently

• Excellent organization and prioritization skills

• Excellent customer service skills; effective oral and written communication skills

• Experience with a HRIS database; prior experience with the Workday system is a plus

 

Job Competencies

• Highly effective oral and written communication skills

• Able to communicate with all levels of employees

• Planning and organization skills

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Competent in basic use of Excel, Word, Power Point

• Stays current, continually updates skills

• High degree of communication, leadership, conflict resolution and training skills.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and work independently

• Possess a willingness to promote an inclusive and diverse campus community

 

This position is Hybrid Eligible 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification that are satisfactory to Brown University.

Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive

environment.

 

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

 

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-09-18

 

Job Posting Title:

Human Resources Specialist

 

Department:

School of Public Health Office of Finance and Administration

 

Grade:

Grade 9

 

Worker Type:

Employee

 

Worker Sub-Type:

 

Regular

 

Time Type:

Full time

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

 

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible
 

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions.

 

As an EEO employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.