Human Resources Generalist
Frostburg State UniversityJob Posting:
JR101790 Human Resources Generalist (Open)Department:
Human Resources, Chief Human Resources Officer | PMPosition Type:
RegularOpen Date:
04-13-2026Close Date:
$60,000 - $78,000Job Description:
The Human Resources (HR) Generalist serves as a strategic partner within the Office of Human Resources, providing comprehensive support to a diverse employee population, including faculty, staff, adjuncts, and contingent employees. This position delivers a broad range of HR services across key functional areas, such as recruitment, compensation and classification, employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation and implementation, and training and development.The HR Generalist ensures that all HR practices align with USM and FSU policies and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace environment. This is a confidential position that reports directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Human Resources Generalist
Frostburg State University (FSU) is seeking a Human Resources (HR) Generalist with a primary focus on recruitment to serve as a key resource for employees and supervisors across the University. This position is responsible for administering core HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, compensation and classification, policy compliance, and training in support of a diverse employee population.
The HR Generalist must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while exercising sound judgment in handling sensitive information. The successful candidate will be able to manage multiple priorities, meet established deadlines, and collaborate effectively with campus stakeholders to support organizational and workforce needs.
The HR Generalist ensures alignment with University System of Maryland (USM)/FSU policies and fosters a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture. This is a confidential position reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Recruitment & Hiring:
Manage the recruitment process, including job postings, applicant screening, search and selection committees.
Serve as the primary liaison with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process
Coordinate and track pre‑employment screenings, including background checks, employment eligibility verification, and any position‑specific clearances
Ensure all pre‑employment requirements are successfully completed prior to start dates
Provide guidance to hiring managers on recruitment timelines, onboarding requirements, and compliance obligations
Draft, review, and issue employment offer letters in Workday in accordance with University System of Maryland policies and compensation guidelines
Ensure timely and accurate entry of hiring data in Workday
Ensure recruitment activities comply with federal and state employment laws, USM policies, and University procedures
Onboarding:
Manage and execute all pre-onboarding and onboarding activities, including design, develop, and implement pre-onboarding and onboarding tasks in Workday.
Coordinate new employee onboarding, including orientation sessions, documentation completion, and system access setup
Prepare and issue offer letters.
Facilitate new-hire orientation sessions.
Maintain ongoing communication and engagement with new employees to support successful integration and retention.
Data Analytics:
Aggregate and analyze data related to employee separations.
Identify turnover trends and patterns.
Compensation & Classification
Partner with departments to ensure accurate, consistent, and up‑to‑date job descriptions (PIFs).
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and university compensation regulations (USM, FSU, FLSA, EEO).
Conduct job analyses for nonexempt reclassification requests, exempt position reviews, and salary adjustments.
Utilize CUPA‑HR and other benchmarking tools to support compensation decisions. Prepare compensation reports, job analysis documentation, and participate in salary market studies and surveys.
Monitor adherence to salary ranges and classification levels.
Maintain Position Information Forms (PIFs).
Serve on the USM Classification and Compensation Committee (CCC).
Training & Development
Coordinate and deliver HR-related training across the campus community.
Assist HR professional staff with training initiatives and participation in professional development conferences.
Policy & Procedures Compliance
Assist in reviewing HR policies and procedures to ensure alignment with FSU/USM policies and collective bargaining agreements.
Maintain current knowledge of state and federal employment and labor laws, regulations, and emerging HR best practices.
Provide recommendations and assist with the development, revision, and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Two to five years of professional HR experience
Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Workday Information System.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education.
Knowledge of University System of Maryland (USM) policies.
About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 4,000 students enroll yearly.
About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered a four-season outdoor hub of recreational experiences offering activities such as hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!
To Apply: If you wish to apply, please visit https://marylandconnect.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FSU_Careers
Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) resume; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; 3) names and contact information for three professional references.
For assurance of full consideration, please submit materials by 04/27/2026.
This position is open until filled.
Additional Job Information:
FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.
Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance.