Human Resources Associate I

Maryland Connect; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury University is seeking an HR Associate I to provide front desk administrative support for the Human Resources Office. You will handle inquiries, manage files, and support HRIS data processing while assisting the AVP with scheduling and special projects.

Responsibilities include coordinating communications, calendar tasks, and maintaining professional, confidential handling of information. This is a full-time state role with comprehensive benefits, open until filled with priority given

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years clerical experience, one year in HR policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion and tact; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for the HR Office and perform front desk administrative duties in support of HR functions.
• Assist the AVP of the department with scheduling and calendar management; support related special projects.
• Support data processing for HRIS and maintain file management and communication records.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

HR policies

Written communication

Oral communication

Discretion

Organization

Mathematical computations

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office software

Job description

Job Posting:

JR102191 Human Resources Associate I (Open)

Department:

Human Resources Office, PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

09-18-2026

Close Date:

$22.41 - $25.00

Job Description:

Job Summary

Under general supervision, thispositionserves as the first point of contact for the Human Resources Office and performs front desk administrativeduties in support of all HRfunctions. Those functions include communications, file management, total rewards, employee experience, compliance, and data processing for human resources information systems (HRIS). Additionally, the incumbent will directly assist the AVP of the department with their schedule and calendar along with other related special projects.

Authority and Accountability

This position reports directly to the AVP of Human Resources.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• EDUCATION:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• EXPERIENCE:
• Three years clerical experience, one year of which must have involved the application of human resources policies and procedures.
• REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to multi-task. Working knowledge of general human resources practices and procedures; of business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation; of modern office practices, procedures, systems and equipment. Ability to understand and interpret human resources policies and procedures; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to maintain poise and courtesy under pressure; to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact; to organize and execute multiple assignments under specific time constraints with general instructions; to perform mathematical computations; to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• OTHER:
• Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree
• Having worked previously in Higher Education or a like role
• Familiar with onboarding new employees

Additional Job Information:

• The position is a full-time, non-exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.
• Priority will be given to applicants who apply by October 2, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU 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, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.