Human Resources Coordinator - Athletics

Starshopper; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support HR Partners and oversee HR transactions, reports, and system projects. You will analyze data, ensure compliance, maintain HRIS records, and assist onboarding, performance management, and changes in systems.

Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment activities, supporting workforce planning, delivering training, and fostering cross-functional collaboration while ensuring accuracy and customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration or related field.
• One year of experience in human resources or related field.
• Experience with Workday or similar HRIS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate HR transactions, projects, and ad hoc requests for the institution.
• Analyze reports to support decision-making and ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and address tier-one queries.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and postings; support workforce planning.
• Deliver training and assist with onboarding, performance management, and system changes.

Skills

HR fundamentals

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Task prioritization

Policy interpretation

Workforce data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students."

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Student Jobs at UAF."

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If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Closing Date

09/09/2026

Type of Position

HR Partners and Support

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
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Department

HR Coordinator Reports

Department's Website

https://arkansasrazorbacks.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9ihImu88OQ&t=9s

Summary of Job Duties

The Human Resources Coordinator (HRC) plays a crucial operational role in facilitating various human resource transactions, projects, tasks, and ad hoc requests for the institution. The HRC is critical in ensuring smooth, compliant, and efficient day-to-day operations. The HRC will provide consultative support to the Sr. Human Resource Partner - Athletics. They will analyze and interpret reports to make recommendations to the HRPs to support decision-making processes for the units; monitor completion of compliance documentation, requirements, and trainings; maintain and update accurate employee records in HRIS; address tier-one employee queries; generate ideas for improvement and identify trends by maintaining and generating reports proactively and seeking solutions, coordinating the roll out and change management of new programs such as onboarding, performance management and systems implementation, identify areas for greater collaboration for HR to drive greater speed, accuracy, and ease on the partner.
Other duties may include, but would not be limited to coordinating position management activities, evaluating and documenting HR processes, recommending operational improvements, managing recruitment and position posting activities, facilitating organizational structure changes, supporting workforce planning initiatives, delivering training, and serving as a resource during organizational and transformational change efforts. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, sound judgment, a commitment to customer service, and the ability to build effective relationships across the institution.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a related field
• One year of experience in human resources or related field
• Experience with Human Capital Management Systems such as Workday

Equivalencies will be considered in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification in Human Resources, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR
• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in human resources or a related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of HR fundamentals, including data accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple requests efficiently
• Ability to interpret and apply HR policies, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Ability to analyze workforce data and develop recommendations that support business objectives
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, managers, and leadership regarding complex HR matters
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while exercising sound judgment and discretion
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, service-oriented environment

Salary Information

$56,126 - $60,700

Required Documents to Apply

Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Krista Hoover, Senior HR Partner - Athletics, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes