HR Analyst

Montgomery County Maryland; Manhattan, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a Human Resource Analyst to manage HR and payroll for multiple departments, serving as primary contact and guidance on policies and procedures. This on-site role collaborates with college leadership to ensure compliant, timely HR processes across recruitment, onboarding, payroll, time and leave administration, and compensation.

Applicants must have a high school diploma plus five years of relevant experience; notary eligibility is

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of HR concepts, policies, and guidelines.
• Understanding of federal, state, and university HR regulations.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience working in higher education HR is preferred.

Skills

HR knowledge

Legal compliance

Policy familiarity

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Higher education HR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About This Role

The Human Resource Analyst position is responsible for managing a broad range of human resource and payroll activities for multiple departments and/or units within the College of Arts and Sciences. The incumbent serves as the primary point of contact and HR resource for assigned departments, providing guidance and support to directors, department heads/chairs, managers, supervisors, faculty, staff, and student employees. This position provides consultation and guidance on federal, state, and university human resource policies, procedures, and guidelines and supports departments in areas including recruitment and hiring, onboarding, payroll, employee appointments, time and leave administration, compensation, and other HR-related processes. The Human Resource Analyst works collaboratively with college leadership, departmental administrators, and central university offices to ensure HR and payroll activities are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with applicable policies and requirements.

About Us

The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college at Kansas State University, spanning the arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and natural and quantitative sciences. Our staff are essential to advancing the College’s mission and supporting the success of our students, faculty, and programs. As a member of the College of Arts and Sciences team, you will join a collaborative community committed to supporting student success, fostering innovation, and creating an environment where faculty, staff, and students can thrive. The College values the expertise and contributions of its staff and provides opportunities to collaborate across a wide range of academic departments and programs. We are committed to building a workplace that encourages professional growth, new ideas and empowers employees to make a meaningful impact on the university and the communities we serve. To learn more please visit: https://artsci.k-state.edu/about/dean-office/

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and procedures of human resource management.
• Knowledge of the federal laws applicable to a comprehensive human resource program as well as state laws, rules, and regulations applicable to human resource functions.
• Knowledge of the K-State policies and procedures regarding human resource functions.
• Ability to plan, analyzes details, develop, and formulate recommendations for implementation of human resource processes and functions.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, ability to work independently and make sound independent decisions.
• Ability to maintain total confidentiality in regards to human resources and salary information.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Experience in human resources for higher education

Additional Role Information:

• Notary – must be eligible to obtain upon employment.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on: September 18, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$50,000- $58,000