Human Resources Administrator

Park University; Parkville (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits for employees

Job summary

Park University in Parkville, MO, is seeking a Human Resources Administrator to support HR programs and lead special projects that advance department goals. The role focuses on benefits and leave administration, tuition program coordination, and clear HR communications.

You will manage short-term projects, collaborate with university committees, and ensure timely updates to the Director while maintaining organizational efficiency and a commitment to exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required.
• 2-3 years HR or similar experience required.
• PHR/SPHR certification preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, planning, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals.

Responsibilities

• Benefits Administration – supports documentation, invoicing, enrollments and COBRA administration.
• Leave Administration – administers FMLA, parental, Workers Comp and personal leave.
• Tuition Program Administration – coordinates tuition remission and tuition exchange programs.
• HR Communications – responsible for regular HR communications and handling inquiries.
• Project Management – leads short-term HR projects and reports status to the Director to meet deadlines.
• Other Duties – participates on University committees and supports department and University as assigned.

Skills

HR experience

Benefits administration

Leave administration

Project management

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree preferred

PHR/SPHR certification preferred

Job description

The Human Resources Administrator provides facilitative support to Human Resources and University programs and processes. The HR Administrator is also responsible for leading special projects to advance Human Resources department goals and objectives.

Position Accountabilities

• Benefits Administration –Supports employee benefits programs by maintaining documentation, invoicing, orientation, enrollments and COBRA administration. Supports the Wellness program and the main point of contact for our Wellness vendor.

• Leave Administration – Administers employee leave programs (FMLA, parental, Workers Comp and personal) including preparation and maintenance of leave documentation, employee communication and tracking/reporting of leave time.

• Tuition Program Administration – Coordinates tuition remission and tuition exchange programs.

• HR Communications – responsible for regular communications from the HR department as well as managing incoming inquiries and requests.

• Project Management – Leads short term projects in support of HR department goals. Coordinates resources and provides timely status updates to the Director, ensuring deadlines are met.

• Other Duties – Participates on University committees as designated. Completes other duties in support of the department and/or University as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• · Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required. Master’s degree in related field preferred.
• · 2-3 years of HR or similar experience required.
• · PHR/SPHR certification preferred.
• · Strong organizational, analytical, planning, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• · Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals.
• · Effective project management skills; detail and deadline oriented.
• · Excellent time management skills required with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.

Founded in 1875, Park University is a private, liberal arts university. Park’s flagship campus is located in the Kansas City suburb of Parkville, Missouri, on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River. We offer an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, retirement plan, and tuition-paid undergraduate classes for employees and dependents.

Park University is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.