Academic Policy & HR Coordinator

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university is seeking an Academic Policy & HR Coordinator to support faculty affairs and HR compliance. This role involves implementing policies, processing academic leaves, and facilitating faculty recruitment. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have experience in HR or policy development, with a strong ability to maintain confidentiality and build relationships. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values collaboration and individual strengths, where your contributions will significantly impact the university's mission and community. If you are passionate about supporting faculty and enhancing HR processes, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in faculty affairs or HR.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support policy implementation and faculty affairs processes.
• Provide excellent customer service to faculty and campus partners.

Skills

Confidentiality and Compliance

Effective Communication

Relationship Building

Critical Thinking

Policy Analysis

HR Terminology and Practices

Data Analysis

Initiative and Organization

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

Position Information

Working Title: Academic Policy & HR Coordinator

Department: Office of the Exec Vice Chancellor-50000085

Requisition Number: S_250041

Posting Open Date: 01/21/2025

Application Review Date: 02/10/2025

Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled

Description of Work

The Academic Policy & HR Coordinator provides support for the implementation and execution of campus and university policy and compliance activities, with special attention to those in the area of Faculty Affairs, and provides secondary support for HR related actions and processes for the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor. The position will primarily support the required conflict of interest and conflict of commitment disclosure process and the implementation of required university-led and campus-led training. Additional responsibilities will include processing requests for academic leaves of absence, support for administrative-level searches, and faculty recruitment and retention initiatives. The position will be familiar with Board of Regents Bylaws, Board of Regents policy, and Executive Memorandum; University of Nebraska-Lincoln Bylaws, Guidelines for the Evaluation of Faculty, Chancellor’s Memorandum, and Dean’s Memos. The Academic Policy & HR Coordinator provides excellent customer service to faculty and campus partners and will join an energetic, service-centered, and team-oriented staff in an office that strives to leverage individual strengths, talents, and interests.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience working with faculty affairs, policy development, policy interpretation, human resources and/or compliance; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA guidelines on the disclosure of information.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines.
• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience with human resources terminology and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze complex information, think critically and make appropriate decisions.
• Knowledge of higher education and university culture.
• Ability to take initiative and to independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform required job functions in situations where numerous and competing demands exist, and the ability to maintain flexibility and to adjust workload as job priorities shift.
• Ability to research policies, analyze data, and recommend actions in situations where precedent guidelines do not exist.
• Ability to use technology and software systems, Excel effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with compliance, academic policies, and faculty in a university setting.
• Experience performing HR-related functions at a university.

Additional Information

Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes

Posted Salary: $50,000/yr. minimum

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:

Allison Wortmann, PHR
Academic Personnel and HR Specialist
[e-mail]

Job Type

Full-Time

Work Location: Lincoln, NE