HR Specialist: Talent, Onboarding & Payroll Guidance

Southeast Missouri State University; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) in Missouri seeks a Human Resources Specialist to provide guidance on HR management, coordinate onboarding, and manage benefits enrollment. The role supports faculty and staff across departments, ensuring accurate payroll queries and policy interpretation.

You'll work closely with all levels of the university, handling multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of human resources functions.
• Ability to work professionally with all levels of the organization and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Guides and coaches areas on HR topics including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and policies.
• Coordinates employment processes: job ads, recruiting, applicant tracking, pre-screening, and salary analyses.
• Runs a structured onboarding process for new faculty and staff.
• Oversees benefits open enrollment processes and provides customer service support.
• Coordinates temporary staffing with departments and staffing agencies.
• Completes special projects by researching, organizing information, and managing timelines.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Confidentiality and judgment

Customer service

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) in Missouri seeks a Human Resources Specialist to provide guidance on HR management, coordinate onboarding, and manage benefits enrollment. The role supports faculty and staff across departments, ensuring accurate payroll queries and policy interpretation.

You'll work closely with all levels of the university, handling multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality customer service.