HR & Payroll Coordinator: Onboarding & Compliance

College of Arts and Sciences University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oldfather Business Cooperative at the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, seeks a full-time Human Resources Coordinator to support payroll processing, onboarding, and HR policy guidance for faculty, staff, and students.

You will coordinate appointments, review payroll actions, and maintain records while ensuring compliance with university policies. The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and collaboration across units in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency plus three (3) years of experience in human resources or payroll work; OR
• Associate degree in related field plus one (1) year of experience in human resources or payroll work; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and university policies.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating employee appointments and employment actions to ensure accurate, timely pay and compliance with university policies.
• Reviewing and approving payroll and personnel transactions, resolving routine payroll and time reporting issues, and escalating complex matters as appropriate.
• Providing guidance to faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies, procedures, and business processes.
• Guiding new hires through the onboarding process, completing paperwork, providing instruction on payroll-related systems, and answering questions.
• Supporting departments with recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding by coordinating documentation and ensuring timely completion.
• Supporting leave administration, benefits activities, and other employment-related programs in partnership with central Human Resources.
• Contributing to process improvements, training initiatives, and the standardization of human resources and payroll practices.
• Maintaining HR and payroll records and data to ensure accurate employee information.

Skills

Strong communication

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to handle confidential data

Quick learner of systems

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate degree in related field

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

The Oldfather Business Cooperative at the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, seeks a full-time Human Resources Coordinator to support payroll processing, onboarding, and HR policy guidance for faculty, staff, and students.

You will coordinate appointments, review payroll actions, and maintain records while ensuring compliance with university policies. The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and collaboration across units in Lincoln, Nebraska.