HR Specialist

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Retirement plans with university match

Scholarship programs for employees and

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an HR Specialist to support the College of Arts & Sciences by advising faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies, and by handling appointments, compensation, leaves, and time reporting.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, collaborate on position descriptions, ensure compliance with policies and laws, and partner with central HR for final decisions, contributing to a positive, professional employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus four years of related HR/payroll experience.
• Experience with an HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking, or similar system.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in compliance with laws and policies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advising faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Managing employee appointments and complex personnel actions including compensation, funding, organizational changes, leaves, work authorization, and separations.
• Overseeing payroll administration, including the review of complex payroll transactions and resolution of payroll and time reporting issues.
• Working with supervisors to develop position descriptions and apply a working knowledge of classification, compensation, and FLSA to make informed recommendations, consulting with central Human Resources for final decisions.
• Managing recruitment and search processes for open positions, partnering with hiring managers and search committees to ensure efficient and equitable hiring practices.
• Managing employee onboarding and offboarding by coordinating activities to ensure a positive employee experience and compliance with university requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll processing

Applicant tracking system

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Working Title HR Specialist

Department

Pound Business Cooperative-10226

Description Of Work

The Pound Business Cooperative provides operational and business support to various units within the College of Arts & Sciences.

Responsibilities include

• Advising faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Managing employee appointments and complex personnel actions including compensation, funding, organizational changes, leaves, work authorization, and separations.
• Overseeing payroll administration, including the review of complex payroll transactions and resolution of payroll and time reporting issues.
• Working with supervisors to develop position descriptions and apply a working knowledge of classification, compensation, and FLSA to make informed recommendations, consulting with central Human Resources for final decisions.
• Managing recruitment and search processes for open positions, partnering with hiring managers and search committees to ensure efficient and equitable hiring practices.
• Managing employee onboarding and offboarding by coordinating activities to ensure a positive employee experience and compliance with university requirements.

Note

Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Robust retirement plans with university match

Learn more about UNL benefits and your total compensation at: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of related experience in human resources or payroll administration. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience with an HRIS , payroll processing, applicant tracking, or similar system.
• Strong computer skills and 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.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Experience working with SAP or another large integrated human resources and finance system.
• PHR or SHRM -CP Certification.

We seek a collaborative, service-oriented professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills The successful candidate exercises sound judgment to interpret policy, resolve complex issues, and communicate difficult decisions with confidence and professionalism.

Posted Salary

$50,328/year minimum