Human Resource Assistant III or Human Resource Representative

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Longevity pay

Free Capital Metro bus rides

Career growth & professional develop

Job summary

University of Texas on the UT Austin campus seeks a Human Resource Assistant III or Human Resource Representative to join University Housing and Dining. The role serves as the first HR contact, supports onboarding, and coordinates HR tasks in a bilingual English/Spanish environment.

The position emphasizes customer service, confidentiality, and collaboration with campus departments. On-campus schedule, 40 hours weekly, with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• HR Assistant III requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 4 years in HR.
• HR Representative requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years in HR.
• Knowledge of HR processes and confidentiality is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serves as initial contact for the HR office.
• Greets employees, visitors, and students in English and Spanish.
• Routes calls, emails, and inquiries for timely responses.
• Coordinates onboarding for new employees.
• Assists with completing employment documentation.
• Supports recruitment and advertising for open positions.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Related

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Posting Title: Human Resource Assistant III or Human Resource Representative — Hiring Department: University Housing and Dining — Position Open To: All Applicants — Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 — FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer — Earliest Start Date: Ongoing — Position Duration: Expected to Continue — Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes This position is for either a Human Resource Assistant III or Human Resource Representative depending on the selected candidate's qualifications and University Housing and Dining (UHD) business needs. This is an on-campus position.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Longevity pay
• Free Capital Metro bus rides
• Career growth & professional development

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose

This position supports approximately 1,500 students, part-time, and full-time staff that includes a large Spanish-preferred workforce and performs professional-level human resource duties, coordinating and administering human resource support. Provides customer service for University Housing and Dining Human Resources Office, as the first point of contact for employees and applicants. Utilizes Human Resources (HR) knowledge and advanced administrative skills, requiring the use of initiative and judgment.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the initial point of contact for the Human Resources office.
• Greets employees, visitors, and students in English and Spanish; assesses needed and directs individuals appropriately.
• Answers, screens, and routes phone calls, emails, Teams messages, and inquiries to ensure accurate and timely communication.
• Responds to requests for information and provides high-quality internal and external customer service.
• Coordinates and facilitates the onboarding process and experience for new employees.
• Assists new hires in English and Spanish with completing, submitting, and tracking required employment documentation.
• Explains HR policies, procedures, and onboarding timelines to ensure compliance and a positive employee experience.
• Handles sensitive and secure documents appropriately and maintains confidentiality with routine and non-routine information.
• Advices managers and supervisors on HR processes and onboarding requirements.
• Provides comprehensive administrative support functions for the Human Resources office.
• Serves as the initial level of support for HR inquiries received through the ticketing system and shared email inbox, including review, response to standard requests, documentation, and referral to appropriate HR staff.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings, calendars, and office activities using SharePoint and Outlook.
• Maintains task lists, metrics, and deadlines, and finalizes audits of completed HR processes using established checklists and internal systems.
• Utilizes internal software, systems, and procedures to accurately process tasks and support effective office operations.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers.
• Maintains, updates, and organizes physical and electronic filing systems for the HR office.
• Manages the collection, tracking, and retention of recurring employment documents.
• Retrieves information from files when needed.
• Performs data entry, photocopies, scans, and securely transmits documents in accordance with records retention requirements.
• Receives, processes, and distributes incoming and outgoing HR mail, including confidential materials.
• Prepares and delivers inter-office correspondence across campus as needed.
• Coordinates closely with HR student employees, providing guidance on daily tasks and monitoring work quality.
• Assists with updating employee position assignments and employment actions in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Supports recruiting, marketing, and advertising efforts for open positions, including student employment roles.
• Assists applicants and hiring departments with the application and hiring process.
• Completes special projects, including disseminating HR-related information and supporting process improvement initiatives.
• Works independently and collaboratively as part of the HR team on both recurring and non-recurring projects.

Required Qualifications

• Human Resources Assistant III – High School Diploma or GED; At least 4 years in a human resources function; Knowledge or skill of personal computer and office equipment.
• Human Resources Representative – Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business administration, social sciences, public administration, or a related field; At least 2 years in a human resources function; Knowledge or skill of personal computer and office equipment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred.
• Experience in Workday.
• Experience working in a university setting.
• Experience with onboarding employees and/or new hire paperwork.
• Experience processing I-9s and/or using E-Verify.
• Experience with providing administrative support functions to the HR office including scheduling, organizing meetings, managing calendars, and/or other office activities.
• Ability to interpret meetings, read and translate documents, and effectively communicate in both English and Spanish.

Salary Range

Human Resource Assistant III $50,000+ depending on qualifications

Human Resource Representative $57,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions

Use of manual dexterity

Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation

Work Shift

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Hours and days may vary due to business needs. This is an on-campus position.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197.

For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]

Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]

Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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