Human Resources Coordinator - BPAC Business Center

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans with university match

Employee scholarship programs

Job summary

The BPAC Business Center at the University of Nebraska Lincoln seeks a full-time HR Coordinator to support a wide range of HR and payroll activities, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processes across departments.

You will review transactions, assist with onboarding, provide policy guidance, maintain records, and partner with central HR to improve workflows. This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant HR/payroll experience.
• Associate degree with related HR/payroll experience; or Bachelor’s degree with related experience.
• Experience with payroll processing and HR policies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee appointments and employment actions to ensure timely pay and policy compliance.
• Review and approve payroll and personnel transactions; resolve routine issues and escalate complex matters.
• Provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies and processes.
• Maintain HR and payroll records to ensure accurate employee information.
• Assist with onboarding, training, and answering payroll questions for new hires.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding by coordinating documentation and timelines.
• Assist with benefits, leave administration, and other employment-related programs.
• Contribute to process improvements and standardization of HR and payroll practices.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Payroll knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SAP

HRIS

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Human Resources Coordinator - BPAC Business Center

Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

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 Notice of Nondiscrimination

Working Title

Working Title Human Resources Coordinator - BPAC Business Center

Department

Department BPAC Business Center-12176

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260787

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/30/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/12/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The BPAC Business Center at the University of Nebraska Lincoln supports the College of Arts and Sciences within the following functional areas: Human Resources, Finance, and Pre-Award and Post-Award Grant support.
As a HR Coordinator, you will coordinate a wide range of human resources and payroll activities, providing responsive support to departments while ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant employment and payroll processes.
Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating employee appointments and employment actions to ensure accurate, timely pay and compliance with university policies.
• Reviewing and approving payroll and personnel transactions, resolving routine payroll and time reporting issues, and escalating complex matters as appropriate.
• Providing guidance to faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies, procedures, and business processes.
• Maintaining HR and payroll records and data to ensure accurate employee information.
• Guiding new hires through the onboarding process, completing paperwork, providing instruction on payroll-related systems, and answering questions.
• Supporting departments with recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding by coordinating documentation and ensuring timely completion.
• Supporting leave administration, benefits activities, and other employment-related programs in partnership with central Human Resources.
• Contributing to process improvements, training initiatives, and the standardization of human resources and payroll practices.

Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. 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.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• 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
• Robust retirement plans with university match
• High school diploma or equivalency plus three (3) years of experience in human resources or payroll work; OR
• Associate degree in related field plus one (1) year of experience in human resources or payroll work; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and university policies.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Experience performing HR or payroll related tasks for an organization.
• Experience working with SAP or another large integrated payroll, HRIS, or financial system.

We seek a collaborative, service-oriented professional with strong organizational and analytical skills. The successful candidate communicates effectively with a variety of stakeholders, exercises sound judgment, and supports accurate, compliant HR and payroll operations.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please detail your payroll and/or human resources work experience, including years of experience.
  (Open Ended Question)