HR Operations & Payroll Associate II

UM04 University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES); Maryland; On-site; USD 48,138 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Tuition remission

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Office of Human Resources Management at University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applicants for a full-time, non-exempt Human Resources Associate II. The role reports to the Associate Director and offers a salary of $48,138 – $55,000 with comprehensive state benefits.

Responsibilities include payroll distribution, vendor payments via Workday, onboarding coordination, and maintaining HR records. Strong MS Office and HRIS experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Four years clerical experience; at least three years involving HR policies and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Experience with HR information systems such as Workday and electronic record management.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to HR staff and management.
• Oversee bi‑weekly payroll check distribution.
• Process payments to vendors through Workday and other university systems.
• Answer telephone calls, emails, and visitor inquiries regarding HR services and procedures.
• Maintain confidential employee personnel files and electronic records.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation activities for new employees.
• Maintain HR databases and enter employee information accurately.
• Process personnel actions, employment forms, and other HR documentation.
• Order and maintain office supplies and equipment inventory.
• Assist with payroll‑related documentation and record‑keeping.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

HRIS experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Office of Human Resources Management at University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applicants for a full-time, non-exempt Human Resources Associate II. The role reports to the Associate Director and offers a salary of $48,138 – $55,000 with comprehensive state benefits.

Responsibilities include payroll distribution, vendor payments via Workday, onboarding coordination, and maintaining HR records. Strong MS Office and HRIS experience are preferred.