Campus HR Specialist (Temporary - Up to Two Years)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Temporary Campus HR Specialist for a term of up to two years. This role focuses on staff classification and compensation, requiring strong HR expertise, interpersonal skills, and effective communication with stakeholders.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of HR experience.
• Knowledge of labor laws and HR practices required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with hiring managers to build relationships.
• Conduct job analyses and classify job descriptions.
• Evaluate pay increase and retention requests.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Campus HR Specialist (Temporary - Up to Two Years)

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 resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Campus HR Specialist (Temporary - Up to Two Years)

Department

Department Human Resources-0821

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_250415

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/03/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 06/18/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Temporary Campus-Wide HR Specialist is part of an interdisciplinary human resources team dedicated to serving and supporting the faculty and staff of UNL . This position’s primary focus will be in the area of staff classification and compensation but will have the opportunity to collaborate on projects across the HR spectrum. This temporary position is eligible for benefits, as defined below.

As a Campus-Wide HR Specialist, you will:

• Engage in conversations with hiring managers and build strong working relationships.
• Conduct job analyses, evaluate job descriptions and determine necessary classification actions.
• Evaluate pay increase and retention requests to ensure salaries are fair, equitable, and appropriate.
• Monitor and track incoming requests, organize and maintain data, and proactively follow up on outstanding requests.
• Collaborate on projects related to staff classification and compensation.
• Ensure UNL’s full compliance with all employment-related regulatory requirements.

Temporary employees may be appointed for a period of up to two years. Those appointed for more than six months are eligible for benefits from the beginning of the appointment, provided the position is half-time (.50FTE) or greater. Benefits for eligible temporary employees include the following: health, dental, vision and life insurance. Within the UNL System, this position is categorized as a Managerial/Professional Temporary-Salaried staff member.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace—it’s the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska. We are always seeking talented, driven individuals like you to help us shape the future. Discover the opportunities waiting for you at UNL !

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where 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://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of related human resources work experience. Additional relevant education or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of labor laws, principles of employment and human resources practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with hiring managers and other stakeholders.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams (or similar programs).

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Previous experience with writing job descriptions, job classification, salary surveys, and/or salary structures.
• PHR or SHRM -CP Certification.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

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 resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time Temporary

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

If Temporary, indicate end date 2 years from hire date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

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