HR Specialist I

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS, is seeking an HR Specialist I to oversee recruitment, hiring, separations, student personnel actions, time and leave, and related HR activities for the College of Agriculture/K-State Research Extension's Business Services unit. This is an on-site role requiring US residence.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma with two years of relevant experience; preferred are an advanced degree in HR or business and HR systems experience (PageUp, ADP,

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in HR or business preferred.
• Two years HR/recruitment experience preferred.

Skills

Communication skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business

Tools

PageUp

ADP

PeopleSoft HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

About This Role

The HR Specialist I will oversee human resource activities relating to recruitment, hiring, separations, student personnel actions, time & leave, etc. for assigned department(s) within the College of Agriculture/K-State Research Extension's Business Services unit. Provide smooth workflow, uninterrupted services, and process improvements for HR areas.

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 and two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Higher Education degree in human resource management or business field
• Experience with recruitments, hiring, or separations
• Experience with K-State or higher-ed HR processes and paperwork.
• Computer proficiency, ie Microsoft office suite, and HR systems such as PageUp, ADP, and PeopleSoft HRIS.
• Experience responding to clients in a friendly and effective manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate with team members

Sponsorship eligibility:

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

Application Window

Applications close on: October 25, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$35,000-$43,000 ($16.83-$20.67 hourly)