Human Resources Coordinator

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee scholarship programs

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is looking for a Human Resources Coordinator to provide essential HR support, particularly within the UNL Police Department. The ideal candidate will assist with payroll transactions and ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining a focus on customer service. Applicants should have relevant work experience or educational qualifications and an eagerness to learn new systems. The position offers valuable benefits, including generous paid time off and comprehensive insurance options.

Qualifications

• At least three years of related payroll or HR work experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll and HR terminology and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.

Responsibilities

• Provide human resources support in compliance with regulations.
• Assist the UNL Police Department with payroll transactions.
• Deliver high-level customer service and professionalism.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Confidentiality

Ability to learn new systems

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

SAP

HRIS

Job description

As a Human Resources Coordinator, you will:

• Serve in a customer-facing role and provide human resources support in a timely and accurate manner, in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Provide departmental human‑resource related support for the UNL Police Department, including moderately complex payroll transactions.
• Work closely with employees within the UNL Police Department and functional office staff, delivering a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions.
• Function under general supervision and utilize technology to provide professional services.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off—including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options—including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma plus three (3) years of related payroll or human resources work experience; OR
• Associate degree in business or related field plus one (1) year of related payroll or human resources work experience. Additional completed relevant education may substitute for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA guidelines on the disclosure of information.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines.
• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of payroll and/or human resources terminology and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or other large integrated finance or human resources system.
• Experience with an HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking or similar system.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination