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Human Resource Specialist

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, USA
Full-time
Mid · 3+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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What We Offer

  • At USC, your work is part of something bigger. You’ll join a dynamic academic community where innovation, collaboration, professional growth, and service are valued—and where the work you do can have a lasting impact on employees, students, faculty, and the communities we serve.
  • In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:
  • Make a meaningful difference by helping employees navigate important moments in their careers and creating an environment where people can thrive.
  • Build a rewarding HR career while gaining experience across employee relations, recruitment, training, payroll, compliance, and organizational development.
  • Partner with accomplished faculty, academic leaders, and staff who are passionate about advancing education, research, and oral health.
  • Help shape workplace culture through thoughtful HR practices, employee support, and meaningful professional development opportunities.
  • Bring your creativity and problem-solving skills to the work, identifying new ways to improve processes, strengthen communication, and enhance the employee experience.
  • Leverage emerging technology and AI tools to work smarter, improve HR services, and create greater impact while maintaining professional judgment and integrity.
  • Grow your professional network within one of the nation’s leading private research universities and a highly respected school of dentistry.
  • Develop your skills and expertise through opportunities for professional learning, collaboration, and career growth.
  • Experience the energy of a vibrant university community in Los Angeles, surrounded by diverse perspectives, ideas, and opportunities.
  • For more information on USC employee benefits, visit: https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/
  • The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $86,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
  • USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screening implications for the position for which you are applying.
  • Most importantly, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work helps support the people who make Ostrow’s mission possible—creating a stronger workplace today while helping build the future of oral health.
  • Help Shape What’s Next
  • The future of Ostrow is shaped by its people—and a strong employee experience is essential to that future.
  • If you’re ready to use your HR expertise to support people, strengthen culture, solve meaningful problems, and create lasting impact, we invite you to apply.
  • Join the USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry and become part of a team committed to helping our faculty and staff thrive while preparing the next generation of oral health leaders.
  • Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Addtional Education Requirements: Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 3 years Minimum Skills: Directly related human resource experience providing thorough knowledge of laws governing human resource and policies and procedures. Knowledge of human resource theories, principles and practices. Knowledge of principles and processes involved in business and organizational planning, coordination and execution. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree Preferred Certifications: Professional in Human Resources - PHR Senior Professional in Human Resources - SPHR SHRM (Human Resource Certification) SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP. Preferred Experience: 5 years Preferred Skills: Human resource generalist experience in a university setting.
  • USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
  • We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at [email protected]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
  • Notice of Non-discrimination
  • Employment Equity
  • Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report
  • USC is a smoke-free environment
  • Digital Accessibility
  • If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser:
  • https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$155461.htmld

Qualifications

  • We’re seeking a highly motivated, personable, and solutions-oriented HR professional who combines strong technical knowledge with sound judgment, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting people.
  • At least three years of progressively responsible professional human resources experience, with an emphasis on employee relations, leave administration, recruitment, training, and general HR administration.
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to advise managers and employees, build credibility, and establish trusting relationships across all levels of an organization.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and thoughtfully.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
  • Experience supporting workplace investigations, performance management, conflict resolution, and other employee relations matters.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and complex environment.
  • Proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office applications, and other HR technology and productivity tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and effectively use emerging technologies and AI-assisted productivity tools while exercising independent judgment and maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  • A collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work independently while building strong partnerships across the organization.
  • A commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel respected, supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional HR certification is preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Professional in Human Resources - PHR Senior Professional in Human Resources - SPHR SHRM (Human Resource Certification) SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP.
  • Preferred Experience: 5 years
  • Human resource generalist experience in a university setting.
  • USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
  • We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at [email protected]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
  • Notice of Non-discrimination
  • Employment Equity
  • Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report
  • USC is a smoke-free environment
  • Digital Accessibility
  • https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$155461.htmld

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