Payroll Coordinator - College of Engineering

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Oklahoma; Hybride; USD 24 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Nebraska–Lincoln's College of Engineering seeks a Payroll Coordinator to manage payroll and HR processes, ensuring accurate and timely payments while adhering to university policies. The role involves advising departments, maintaining records, and resolving payroll issues, with an initial onsite training period and the possibility of a hybrid schedule with one remote day per week.

This is a full-time, benefits-rich opportunity in Lincoln, Nebraska, with strong growth and supportive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years HR/payroll experience; OR Associate degree with 1 year; OR Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in compliance with laws and policies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Confidentiality handling

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

Working Title Payroll Coordinator - College of Engineering

Department College of Engineering-0907

Description Of Work

The business team within the College of Engineering provides specialized services to advance the teaching, research, and extension missions of the College.

As a Payroll 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.

Following an initial onsite training period of up to six months, this position may becomeeligible for a hybrid work schedule with one remote day per week. All hybrid arrangements are subject to supervisor approval and are determined based on operational needs.

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

Learn more about UNL benefits and your total compensation at: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 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

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.

Posted Salary

$21.130/hr minimum