Job Details

Talent Support Specialist

Position Number: 7145368
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Human Resources

Talent Support Specialist
Lubbock
44670BR
Human Resources

Position Description
Interprets and explains human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations. Serves as a link between management and employees by handling questions and helping resolve work-related problems. Administers employee performance management, corrective action, termination, and leave programs. Address employee relations issues, such as work complaints or other employee concerns. Mediates workplace disputes.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College
In Employee Relations, we meet with employees and campus leaders, listen to their concerns, and work together to develop solutions.

Major/Essential Functions
Every day you will:

Meet with and coach employees to help them overcome problems affecting their job performance or professional relationships in the workplace.
Rely on your expertise to proactively develop and implement employee relations practices, policies, and programs that support a high-performance campus culture by establishing clear expectations, providing feedback, and encouraging productive behavior.
Use your expert knowledge to explain university policies and procedures as well as employment laws, often conferring with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures.
Think critically to provide feedback and solutions to the Human Resources staff and collaborate with the Senior Director and Associate Director.
Work on getting better by focusing on your professional development by staying up-to-date on all federal, state, and university-related laws, policies, and procedures.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in business, management, human resources or related field. Three years related experience. OR a combination of related education and/or experience to equal seven years.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Range
$21.39 - $27.84 - $34.23

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.