Human Resources Generalist (Temporary)
Location: Milwaukee, WI · Type: Full time · Posted: 2026-09-09 ·
Reference: HUMAN003209
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the internal application process.
This is a temporary position (approx. 3-6 months) supporting critical HR
operational and compliance functions during a high-volume period.
Herzing University is seeking a detail-oriented and service-oriented HR
Operations & Employee Services Coordinator to temporarily support critical
HR operations and employee lifecycle activities. This role is primarily
responsible for administering the University's Form I-9 and employment
eligibility verification program, supporting employee onboarding, managing
employment verification requests, and serving as a key resource for employee
and manager inquiries.
This position requires an individual with prior experience managing high-
volume I-9 processing and onboarding activities while maintaining
exceptional accuracy, compliance, and customer service. The successful
candidate will be highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in a
fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
This role may also provide broader operational and administrative support to
the HR department based on business needs and workload capacity.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of two years of Human Resources, Employee Services, HR Operations,
or related experience.
Demonstrated experience administering Form I-9 employment eligibility
verification, including high-volume processing and compliance
management.
Experience supporting high-volume hiring, onboarding, or employee
lifecycle transactions with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
Strong understanding of employee records management and confidentiality
requirements.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple
priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a
remote team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience serving as an I-9 Administrator or supporting an organization-
wide I-9 program.
Experience training others on I-9 compliance and employment verification
procedures.
Experience supporting a multi-location or multi-state workforce.
Experience with HRIS systems such as UKG.
Experience in higher education or a similarly complex organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
HR Compliance & I-9 Program Administration
Serve as the primary administrator of the Form I-9 and employment
eligibility verification program, ensuring compliance with federal
requirements.
Coordinate and complete high-volume employment eligibility verifications
for new hires across multiple locations and employee populations.
Provide training, guidance, and support to designated I-9 Administrators
to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.
Monitor processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and maintain
documentation related to employment eligibility verification.
Assist with I-9 audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action efforts
when necessary.
Employment Verification & HR Records Administration
Manage and respond to employment verification requests, including Public
Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) certifications and other employment-
related documentation.
Ensure timely, accurate, and confidential handling of employee records and
sensitive information.
Maintain HR documentation and support audit readiness initiatives.
Assist with record maintenance and documentation requirements throughout
the employee lifecycle.
Employee & Manager Support
Serve as the primary point of contact for the HR phone line, providing
professional and responsive customer service.
Manage the HR shared inbox by responding to inquiries, resolving requests
when appropriate, and routing matters to the appropriate HR team members.
Provide support and guidance regarding HR processes and procedures to
employees and managers.
Onboarding & New Hire Administration
Support onboarding activities, including employment eligibility
verification, employee photo management, login assistance, and general new
hire support.
Cross-train on new hire processing activities and provide operational
support during periods of high hiring volume.
Assist in ensuring a positive onboarding experience through timely
communication and issue resolution.
Administrative & Operational Support
Manage incoming HR mail, including receipt, scanning, electronic filing,
and routing of documents to a remote HR team.
Provide administrative support to HR operational processes and projects as
needed.
Assist with maintaining HR documentation, records, forms, job
descriptions, organizational charts, and other departmental resources.
Support employee recognition and service milestone programs, including
anniversary gift coordination and tracking.
Assist with audits, process improvement initiatives, special projects, and
other HR operational priorities as assigned.
THE COMPENSATION range for this temporary role is $22.00 to $29.00 per
hour.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS:
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Experienced in managing high-volume HR transactions.
Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of assigned
responsibilities.
Service-oriented with a strong commitment to employee and manager support.
Adaptable and able to shift priorities as business needs change.
Committed to compliance, accuracy, and continuous process improvement.
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sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Herzing University is committed to providing a diverse environment and is
dedicated to fostering a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect. It provides
an inclusive and collegial community where individuals are valued, heard and
empowered to contribute to the effectiveness of the institution.
It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination
because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status,
age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
https: // www. herzing.edu/nondiscrimination-policy
Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program
or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to
the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at
https: // www. herzing.edu/title-ix.
