HR Talent Management Specialist (OIT) - 129900

BYU's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is passionate about supporting thousands of students, faculty, and staff on our campus community every day. We are committed to growth, whether that is through offering employee training to build skills, providing students with invaluable hands-on work experiences, or providing an environment where spiritual growth is encouraged.  We care about our employees maintaining a great work-life balance, so we provide flexibility with scheduling and remote work when possible. OIT has a fun, positive, caring environment that emphasizes collaboration, commitment, and customer service. Our goal is to offer excellent service to the University while striving to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.

Job Summary

OITHR (the HR team supporting OIT) needs an HR Specialist to fill a unique and important role in the Office of IT's HR group. In this position, you will find you are given trust and a high level of autonomy as you and your team accomplish several critical HR operational processes. 

This position can offer learning and growth, too.  While the initial assignment will be focused on certain specific functions, there is an opportunity for learning in many functional areas of HR as the needs arise to distribute the work across the team.

If you want to work less than 40 hours a week, this part-time position (28 hours a week) may provide just the flexibility you need for work-life balance.

You will be a key member of a team that supports the Office of Information Technology at BYU.  OIT is a division of approximately 850 employees who further the BYU mission by providing technology solutions of all kinds to the BYU University and Church Education System.  It is fascinating and meaningful work.  In this job, you will lead a team of student employees who assist with daily HR tasks.  You have the opportunity to help them with experiential learning and mentorship.

As the HR Specialist in OIT, you will perform a variety of specific HR and administrative functions. The position we want to fill will focus on the following functions, although this position could be allowed to learn and develop skills in many other HR and business functions, too.

So . . . what would this position be doing?  You and your team will be initially assigned to work on the following areas (although this is not a comprehensive list):

Recruiting/Talent Acquisition

• You and your team will be responsible for all functions related to determining/tracking what jobs need to be filled, defining jobs, creating postings, helping managers with applicant reviews and interviews, selection processes, and applicant communications.
• You will also be responsible for advertising positions, maintaining a careers website, and promoting OIT as a hiring organization (brand marketing).

Employee Talent Management, Career Development, Job Definition, and Promotion Processing

• As employees come and go and responsibilities change, this position helps with the transitions, job development, and growth opportunities.
• This position also helps with defining career progression grids and job descriptions and is responsible for the processes related to job definitions and promotions.

HR Communication & Process Documentation

• With 850 employees, there is a lot for managers to learn related to all the aspects of recruiting and talent management.  This position is responsible for documenting processes, training, and communicating with managers to help them with this function.
• This position is also responsible for a lot of communication with other departments on campus that help us post and fill positions.

Benefits:

What are the benefits to you? 

OIT strives to provide, whenever possible, the flexibility needed (both in schedule and remote work) to help employees maintain a great work-life balance.

You will work with real-world, leading-edge technology that serves the campus community while furthering your career.

OIT provides regular training and coaching to help you grow your career and improve your skills.

Plus, we have a LOT of FUN together! 

What about health and other benefits?

While a ¾-time position has fewer benefits than a full-time position, BYU still offers some excellent benefits. You'll have access to:

• 401k matching 
• No-cost participation in a retirement savings program
• On-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for you and your dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and on the many events at BYU 
•  ...And much, much more.

WHAT WOULD YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE TABLE?

Minimum education/experience required:

• Three years of relevant office/business experience, OR equivalent combination of education and work experience.  At least one year of related HR or administrative work experience.

Skills, abilities, or knowledge needed:

Technical:

• Previous experience with campus payroll/employment policies and procedures strongly preferred
• Excellent computer skills, including all standard office applications and databases
• Ability to learn and adapt to customized financial and data applications and management tools
• Project management skills
• Knowledge of HR law and general business best practices

Personal:

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, take responsibility for assigned areas, follow and enforce procedures, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and persuade others without direct authority.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with personal and organization/management data.
• Detail-oriented mindset and good organization practices
• Excellent oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Professional attitude and customer-centric mindset

Employee Class: 3/4 Time (28 hour)
Work Location: Provo Campus
Desired Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Close Date: 02/23/2024
Pay Level: 49
Approximate Starting Salary: $21.50 - $27.75 hourly, depending on qualifications
Documents Required at time of Application:
Required: Cover Letter, Resume
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!