Michigan State University College of Engineering · 16 hours ago
Culinary Services Unit Human Resources Administrator II/S
East Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expMichigan State University College of Engineering is seeking a Human Resources Administrator for Culinary Services to oversee and administer all HR functions for the Culinary Services division. This role involves managing hiring processes, ensuring compliance with HR policies, and fostering a positive work environment for over 2,700 team members.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Partner closely with supervisors and managers to develop accurate, compelling job postings that reflect operational needs and align with organizational classification standards
Prepare and submit Position Management Committee (PMC) requests and staffing forms within EBS, ensuring all documentation is complete, compliant, and aligned with approved staffing plans
Maintain, monitor, and track job postings in PageUp, overseeing applicant workflow and ensuring hiring recommendations are processed in a timely and compliant manner
Administer comprehensive onboarding processes for new hires, including I9 verification, coordination of mandatory training, scheduling lift tests when required, and ensuring completion of all internal onboarding tasks and procedures
Complete termination documentation, coordinate separation workflows, and initiate exit interview processes to support continuous improvement and workforce insights
Facilitate and process reclassification requests by gathering documentation, evaluating job responsibilities, and ensuring alignment with HR policies and compensation frameworks
Process HR SAP updates, including employee data changes, position updates, and pay adjustments, while maintaining data accuracy and confidentiality
Ensure prompt submission of workplace injury reports, workers’ compensation documentation, and follow-up materials in accordance with university and regulatory requirements
Process wage and salary increases, verifying eligibility criteria and ensuring timely implementation within payroll cycles
Interpret and apply MSU and RHS policies, union contracts, employment regulations, and compliance standards, advising leadership and employees on correct procedures and obligations
Consult with leadership teams to identify, analyze, and address HR-related issues, offering strategic recommendations and solutions that support operational goals
Participate in workforce planning initiatives, contributing HR data, insights, and forecasting to support organizational strategy and staffing sustainability
Assist with organizational restructuring efforts, including assessing staffing impacts, updating position structures, and coordinating communication and implementation steps
Oversee HR processes and workflows across the division to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance with established standards
Support division-wide training, communication strategies, and information-sharing efforts to enhance employee understanding of HR policies, procedures, and resources
Manage workflow across the full Talent Management lifecycle—including recruitment, onboarding, performance processes, and offboarding—to ensure seamless, high-quality HR operations
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or related field
Three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in managing human resource functions, designing and implementing training programs and human resource/labor relations management and computer applications
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references
Preferred
Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
Professional certification in HR
Experience with human resources software such as SAP/EBS
Benefits
Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Company
Michigan State University College of Engineering
Our College of Engineering is among the founding disciplines at Michigan State University and among the three largest academic units.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase