HR Operations & Budget Specialist

University of Alabama in Huntsville; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Office of Human Resources seeks an HR Administrative Specialist to serve as the primary administrative partner to the CHRO and HR leadership. The role manages operational workflows, the department budget and billing, administers the employee tuition assistance program, and leads major campus HR events.

The ideal candidate works with autonomy, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM or related field; PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
• Proven experience managing budgets, processing invoices, or coordinating financial benefits.
• Strong track record in planning and executing mid-to-large-scale events and projects.
• Exceptional communication and discretion, handling sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate calendar, travel, and correspondence for the AVP and HR leadership.
• Prepare requisitions, reconcile budget accounts, and process invoices related to benefits.
• Manage tuition assistance requests, records, and inquiries.
• Gather and report HR data for annual salary surveys and ad hoc reports.

Skills

Technical Proficiency

Financial Acumen

Project & Event Management

Communication & Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HRM or related field

HR Certification (PHR or SHRM-CP)

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Job description

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Office of Human Resources seeks an HR Administrative Specialist to serve as the primary administrative partner to the CHRO and HR leadership. The role manages operational workflows, the department budget and billing, administers the employee tuition assistance program, and leads major campus HR events.

The ideal candidate works with autonomy, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset.