Human Resources Specialist - Human Resources

Southeast Missouri State University; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) in Missouri seeks a Human Resources Specialist to provide guidance on HR management, coordinate onboarding, and manage benefits enrollment. The role supports faculty and staff across departments, ensuring accurate payroll queries and policy interpretation.

You'll work closely with all levels of the university, handling multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of human resources functions.
• Ability to work professionally with all levels of the organization and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Guides and coaches areas on HR topics including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and policies.
• Coordinates employment processes: job ads, recruiting, applicant tracking, pre-screening, and salary analyses.
• Runs a structured onboarding process for new faculty and staff.
• Oversees benefits open enrollment processes and provides customer service support.
• Coordinates temporary staffing with departments and staffing agencies.
• Completes special projects by researching, organizing information, and managing timelines.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Confidentiality and judgment

Customer service

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Human Resources

Full Time

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides guidance and coaching to assigned areas on issues related to all areas of human resources management including: talent acquisition, employee relations, talent, performance management, total rewards, general payroll questions and interpretation of human resources policies and procedures
• Coordinates employment processes for assigned areas, including composition and placement of job advertisements, recruiting functions, applicant tracking via NEOGOV, pre-screening of application materials, and generation of salary analyses
• Coordinates a structured new hire onboarding process for newly hired faculty and staff in assigned areas
• Oversees annual benefits open enrollment processes for assigned areas, including presentations regarding plan changes and enrollment schedules, assuring annual enrollments are processed timely, and provide customer service support
• Coordinates the services of temporary workers by responding to departmental requests for temporary staffing, screening, placing temporary staff, contacting staffing agencies for temporary services when needed, and preparing payment requests for payment of temporary service
• Complete special projects by clarifying project objective; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information; fulfilling transactions

• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of human resources functions
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and handle situations with sensitivity, tact and in a confidential manner
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Previous work experience demonstrating a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by November 11, 2026. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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