HR Transactions Specialist – Payroll & Data (Hybrid)

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking an HR Transaction Specialist to support HR operations through employee data analysis, transactional oversight, auditing, and consultative guidance related to employment actions. This role serves as a primary resource for employees, Budget Officers, HR Partners, and HR Centers of Excellence, grounded in HR policy and data integrity.

The role emphasizes interpreting HR policies, conducting tier‑1 and tier‑2 inquiry resolution, and partnering with campus offices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree OR a High School diploma/G.E.D. equivalency and three (3) years of professional experience.
• One (1) year of experience in HR operations, payroll processing, time and/or attendance administration, or related activities.
• Demonstrated written communication, accuracy, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages and audits time and leave data to ensure accuracy and support payroll processing.
• Provides training to employees and supervisors on timekeeping and system functionality.
• Acts as SME reviewing 3G hiring forms for accuracy and alignment with compensation and funding.

Skills

Customer service

Data analysis

Timekeeping

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or HS equivalency with 3 years experience

Tools

Workday

UKG/Kronos

ADP

Job description

The University of Kansas is seeking an HR Transaction Specialist to support HR operations through employee data analysis, transactional oversight, auditing, and consultative guidance related to employment actions. This role serves as a primary resource for employees, Budget Officers, HR Partners, and HR Centers of Excellence, grounded in HR policy and data integrity.

The role emphasizes interpreting HR policies, conducting tier‑1 and tier‑2 inquiry resolution, and partnering with campus offices