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The Academic HR Supervisor supervises HR staff and administers assigned human resources programs and processes for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, supporting personnel actions, HR compliance, workforce coordination, and related operational needs in consultation with department leadership and in alignment with University requirements.
Apply By Date: November 20, 2026, at 11:59PM PT.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
- Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex organization
- Extensive HR experience, including employee relations, classification, recruitment, compensation, documentation, performance management, and leaves of absence
- Supervisory, managerial, or lead experience recruiting, training, evaluating, coaching, motivating, and managing staff performance
- Broad HR knowledge across employee relations, classification, recruitment, compensation, documentation, performance management, and leaves of absence
- Ability to advise leaders, managers, supervisors, and employees on HR policy, procedure, collective bargaining agreements, employment law, and sensitive employee or labor relations matters
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills, including the ability to gather and interpret data, identify trends, draw conclusions, and recommend practical solutions
- Workforce planning, program support, project coordination, and process improvement skills in a complex organization
- Advanced interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including writing, editing, proofreading, presentations, and consultation with diverse audiences
- Ability to handle confidential, sensitive, difficult, and crisis situations with diplomacy, tact, objectivity, and discretion
- Organizational skills to manage competing priorities, multiple projects, deadlines, interruptions, meetings, training sessions, and special events
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds
- Financial management experience related to total compensation and payroll
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR, academic, and payroll systems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced knowledge of state and federal labor and employment laws, UC policies and procedures, and applicable contracts
- Experience coordinating or supporting complex employee and labor relations matters, including policy interpretation, corrective action, grievances, and management consultation
- Experience implementing HR processes, protocols, and procedures in a complex organization
- Highly developed leadership, coaching, change management, political acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience partnering with leadership, managers, employees, Academic HR, Human Resources partners, and campus or health system stakeholders
- Experience with university systems including UCPath, Ecotime, RECRUIT, OATS, APHID, AggieService, JobBuilder, iGlobal, and Handshake
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- 50% - HR Management
- 20% - Workforce Management
- 20% - Leadership
- 10% - Budget and Accounting
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The mission of the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine is to be scientific leaders who promote excellence through clinical diagnostics, next generation innovation, collaborative discovery and world class education in service to all communities. Our vision is transformation through diagnostic excellence, research, education and service. Departmental values are honesty, integrity, and kindness. In addition to its central role in providing patient care at the UC Davis Medical Center, the department has over $10 million in external research funding which supports multi-disciplinary research in neuroscience, cancer, computational pathology, and healthcare delivery science. It is home to several research service units including the UC Davis Biorepository, the Research Histology Service, and the Proteomics Laboratory. Additionally, it houses the Center for Diagnostic Innovation which has missions of carrying out clinical studies and trials in collaboration with various university and industry partners and serving as a reference laboratory to provide direct patient care services. In Medical Education, it includes highly ranked required courses and electives for medical students, a 16-person residency program, 7 fellowship programs, and an in-demand medical observer program. Departmental academic operations are conducted at the Medical Center in Sacramento and in research space on both the Sacramento and Davis campuses.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB SCOPE
Reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer and indirectly to the Department Chair, the Academic Human Resources Manager supervises HR staff and supports operational coordination and consultation for HR programs and processes serving approximately 110 faculty, staff, and students in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $8,125.00 - $15,225.00
- Salary Frequency: Monthly
- Salary Grade: 24
- UC Job Title: ACAD HR SUPV 2
- UC Job Code: 007711
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift (Work Schedule): 0700 - 1530
- Location: Histology Building (PATH-V ST) (HSP015)
- Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
BENEFITS
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
- Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
- Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
MENTAL DEMANDS
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
WORK ENVIRONMENT
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
A CULTURE OF OPPORTUNITY AND BELONGING
At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role - or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
INTRODUCTION
The Academic HR Supervisor supervises HR staff and administers assigned human resources programs and processes for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, supporting personnel actions, HR compliance, workforce coordination, and related operational needs in consultation with department leadership and in alignment with University requirements.
Apply By Date: November 20, 2026, at 11:59PM PT.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
- Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex organization
- Extensive HR experience, including employee relations, classification, recruitment, compensation, documentation, performance management, and leaves of absence
- Supervisory, managerial, or lead experience recruiting, training, evaluating, coaching, motivating, and managing staff performance
- Broad HR knowledge across employee relations, classification, recruitment, compensation, documentation, performance management, and leaves of absence
- Ability to advise leaders, managers, supervisors, and employees on HR policy, procedure, collective bargaining agreements, employment law, and sensitive employee or labor relations matters
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills, including the ability to gather and interpret data, identify trends, draw conclusions, and recommend practical solutions
- Workforce planning, program support, project coordination, and process improvement skills in a complex organization
- Advanced interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including writing, editing, proofreading, presentations, and consultation with diverse audiences
- Ability to handle confidential, sensitive, difficult, and crisis situations with diplomacy, tact, objectivity, and discretion
- Organizational skills to manage competing priorities, multiple projects, deadlines, interruptions, meetings, training sessions, and special events
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds
- Financial management experience related to total compensation and payroll
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR, academic, and payroll systems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced knowledge of state and federal labor and employment laws, UC policies and procedures, and applicable contracts
- Experience coordinating or supporting complex employee and labor relations matters, including policy interpretation, corrective action, grievances, and management consultation
- Experience implementing HR processes, protocols, and procedures in a complex organization
- Highly developed leadership, coaching, change management, political acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience partnering with leadership, managers, employees, Academic HR, Human Resources partners, and campus or health system stakeholders
- Experience with university systems including UCPath, Ecotime, RECRUIT, OATS, APHID, AggieService, JobBuilder, iGlobal, and Handshake
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- 50% - HR Management
- 20% - Workforce Management
- 20% - Leadership
- 10% - Budget and Accounting
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The mission of the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine is to be scientific leaders who promote excellence through clinical diagnostics, next generation innovation, collaborative discovery and world class education in service to all communities. Our vision is transformation through diagnostic excellence, research, education and service. Departmental values are honesty, integrity, and kindness. In addition to its central role in providing patient care at the UC Davis Medical Center, the department has over $10 million in external research funding which supports multi-disciplinary research in neuroscience, cancer, computational pathology, and healthcare delivery science. It is home to several research service units including the UC Davis Biorepository, the Research Histology Service, and the Proteomics Laboratory. Additionally, it houses the Center for Diagnostic Innovation which has missions of carrying out clinical studies and trials in collaboration with various university and industry partners and serving as a reference laboratory to provide direct patient care services. In Medical Education, it includes highly ranked required courses and electives for medical students, a 16-person residency program, 7 fellowship programs, and an in-demand medical observer program. Departmental academic operations are conducted at the Medical Center in Sacramento and in research space on both the Sacramento and Davis campuses.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB SCOPE
Reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer and indirectly to the Department Chair, the Academic Human Resources Manager supervises HR staff and supports operational coordination and consultation for HR programs and processes serving approximately 110 faculty, staff, and students in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $8,125.00 - $15,225.00
- Salary Frequency: Monthly
- Salary Grade: 24
- UC Job Title: ACAD HR SUPV 2
- UC Job Code: 007711
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift (Work Schedule): 0700 - 1530
- Location: Histology Building (PATH-V ST) (HSP015)
- Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
BENEFITS
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
- Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
- Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
MENTAL DEMANDS
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
WORK ENVIRONMENT
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
A CULTURE OF OPPORTUNITY AND BELONGING
At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role - or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
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Align your degree to HR directly
H-1B eligibility for HR Supervisor roles hinges on a direct connection between your degree field and the position. A general business degree may draw an RFE; a degree in human resources management, organizational psychology, or industrial relations strengthens your petition considerably.
Target PERM-active industries strategically
Healthcare systems, large manufacturers, and financial services firms file PERM labor certifications for HR Supervisors far more often than small businesses do. Focus your search on employers with dedicated HR departments, since those operations depend on experienced supervisors and are structured to sponsor them.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay the prevailing wage for HR Supervisor roles in your work location before DOL certifies the LCA. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level II or III wage for your metro area so you can spot underpaying offers before they create LCA problems.
Find sponsors through verified LCA filing history
Skip guessing which employers will sponsor and search Migrate Mate instead. It surfaces U.S. employers with verified HR-related LCA filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor roles like yours.
Clarify supervisory scope in your job description
USCIS scrutinizes HR Supervisor petitions where the role blends generalist duties with supervisory ones. Ask your employer to document the percentage of time spent supervising staff versus performing individual-contributor HR tasks, since a predominantly supervisory role with strategic oversight is more defensible as a specialty occupation.
Time your H-1B cap filing around your OPT end date
If you're on OPT when your employer files your H-1B petition, confirm your EAD expiration date against USCIS processing timelines. HR roles that require active employee relations work can't tolerate a gap in authorization, so cap-gap rules and premium processing together protect your ability to stay on the job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HR Supervisor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the petition needs to show the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as human resources, business administration, or organizational behavior. USCIS will scrutinize positions where duties are generalist or administrative rather than strategic. Employers strengthen the case by documenting that the supervisory responsibilities require specialized knowledge, not just managerial experience.
What visa options exist for HR Supervisors beyond the H-1B?
Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which carries a separate annual cap that has never been exhausted and requires no lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa status, since human resources positions appear on the USMCA profession list. For longer-term paths, EB-2 and EB-3 green cards are available through employer-sponsored PERM labor certification, with the EB-3 skilled worker category requiring at least two years of relevant experience.
How do I find employers who sponsor HR Supervisor roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for HR-related positions, searchable by location and role type. This lets you focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring similar positions rather than approaching employers who may be unfamiliar with the process.
Will a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. satisfy H-1B specialty occupation requirements for this role?
A three-year degree can qualify, but it typically requires a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency to a four-year bachelor's degree. USCIS accepts evaluations from recognized credentialing organizations. Some evaluators will combine a three-year degree with relevant work experience to establish equivalency. Including the evaluation in the initial petition reduces the likelihood of a Request for Evidence on educational qualifications.
Does my employer need to be large to sponsor an HR Supervisor visa?
No, but smaller employers face more scrutiny during PERM and H-1B adjudication because USCIS and DOL assess whether the company has a genuine ongoing need for the position. Employers must demonstrate financial ability to pay the prevailing wage and document that the role is a legitimate specialty occupation. Nonprofits and universities that qualify as cap-exempt institutions offer an additional advantage, since H-1B petitions for those employers skip the annual cap and lottery entirely.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Human Resources Supervisor jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.