Human Resources Specialist

Uasys; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, AR, is seeking an HR professional for a regular, full-time position in the Human Resources department. Duties include answering phones, scheduling, processing mail, and travel arrangements, while delivering excellent service to employees and applicants.

The role requires a high school diploma equivalent and at least three years in HR, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• The educational equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Three years of human resources related experience.
• Detail oriented and proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Answers phones, schedules appointments, processes and routes mail, and makes travel arrangements.
• Provides excellent customer service to employees, applicants, and visitors.
• Maintains confidentiality in all HR matters.
• Analyzes and evaluates employment applications to determine qualifications.
• Participates in pre-employment interview panels to assist with personnel issues and ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Conducts pre-employment background checks, criminal history background checks, and sex offender registry.
• Assists with orienting new or returning employees by explaining policies and obtaining required information.
• Maintains a current centrally located employee bulletin board with all Department of Labor information.
• Prepares spreadsheets and databases to track employee information and status.
• Prepares and submits bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual personnel reports.
• Responds to inquiries and provides policy information to management and staff.
• Monitors and provides direction by advising and correcting HR actions in databases.
• Responsible for processing motor vehicle reports.
• Posts positions to internal and external job sites.
• Serves as the point of contact for Tuition Waivers/Discounts for HR.
• Creates employee ID badges.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Closing Date

11/13/2026

Type of Position

Human Resources

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [phone].

Department

Human Resources

Summary of Job Duties

General Responsibilities:

• Answers phones, schedules appointments, processes and routes mail, and makes travel arrangements.
• Provides excellent customer service to employees, applicants, and visitors.
• Works with a high level of initiative and concern for excellence.
• Maintains confidentiality in all HR matters.
• Analyzes and evaluates employment applications received from internal and external applicants to determine if applicants meet minimum qualifications.
• Participates in pre-employment interview panels to assist with personnel issues and make certain that proper procedures are followed. Prepares and coordinates the flow of appropriate paperwork for each interviewee.
• Conducts pre-employment background checks, criminal history background checks, and sex offender registry.
• Assists with orienting new or returning employees when needed by explaining policies and procedures, and obtaining required employee information.
• Responsible for maintaining a current centrally located employee bulletin board with all Department of Labor required information.
• Prepares spreadsheets and databases to track employee related information.
• Prepares and submits various bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual personnel reports on employee status including new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, worker’s compensation claims, salary, and leave accrual/usage.
• Responds to inquiries and provides information on state and federal policy to management and staff.
• Monitors and provides technical direction by assisting, advising, and correcting personnel actions keyed into human resources databases.
• Responsible for processing motor vehicle reports.
• Responsible for posting positions to external and internal job posting sites.
• Serves as the point of contact for Tuition Waivers/Discounts for the HR department.
• Responsible for creating the employee ID badges.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• The educational equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Plus, three years of human resources related experience.
• Detail Oriented and Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher Education Experience

Salary Information

$31,200

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Recruitment Contact Information

Natalie Hibdon, MBA

Director of Human Resources

[e-mail]

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere.

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 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, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity

Grasping, Hearing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

Feeling, Standing

Benefits Eligible

Yes