Specialist IV - Human Resources Specialist (Staffing, Compensation & Classification)

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX invites applications for a Specialist IV - Human Resources Specialist (Staffing, Compensation & Classification). The role focuses on complex HR responsibilities within staffing, compensation, and classification, including processing postings and guiding the hiring process.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field with two years in HR and strong attention to policy compliance, data accuracy, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Two years of experience in one or more areas of Human Resources or a related area.
• Experience in the area of staffing would be helpful.
• A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Responsibilities

• Execute and follow through on complex HR responsibilities in staffing, compensation, and classification.
• Review and process job postings to ensure policy compliance.
• Screen applicants for minimum qualifications and assist with the hiring process.
• Prepare EPAFs and other personnel actions accurately and timely.
• Assist in processing new hires, transfers, promotions, and other employment actions.
• Prepare reports, track data, and audit for accuracy.
• Maintain high-quality customer service through timely document processing and communications.
• Update databases and assist with other HR functions as needed.
• Travel may be required for conferences or job fairs.

Skills

Completing forms

Email correspondence

Letter writing

Training materials

Report preparation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Job description

Requisition:

202600268S

Title:

Specialist IV - Human Resources Specialist (Staffing, Compensation & Classification)

FLSA status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary:

This position is a pay grade 9. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.

Occupational Category:

Technical/Para-Professional

Department:

Human Resources

Division:

Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date:

08/28/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field. Two years of experience in one or more areas of Human Resources or a related area. Experience in the area of staffing would be helpful. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Performs highly advanced specialist duties for the People Operations – Human Resources department.

Primary Responsibilities:

Accountable for the execution and follow-through of complex and technical human resources responsibilities within the assigned functional area of staffing, compensation, and classification. Reviews, processes, and maintains faculty, staff, and executive staff job postings to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Receives interview lists and screens applicants for minimum qualifications. Assists departments with all aspects of the hiring process, including providing guidance regarding staffing procedures and requirements. Creates, processes, and submits Electronic Personnel Action Forms (EPAFs) and other personnel actions accurately and timely. Assists in reviewing and processing new hires, transfers, promotions, and other employment actions. Prepares reports, tracks, and audits data to ensure accuracy and consistency across systems. Maintains quality customer service for the assigned functional area through accurate and timely processing of documents, emails, and phone calls. Promptly and accurately responds to information requests and provides guidance to faculty and staff regarding applicable policies, procedures, and processes. Prepares letters, memos, and correspondence as needed. Updates and maintains various databases, records, and online systems. Assists with processing new position and reclassification requests and market adjustment requests as assigned. May provide support in other areas of Human Resources, including employee relations, insurance and retirement benefits, records, and employee training and development. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

Skilled in completing forms, sending emails, composing letters, preparing training material and reports. Daily contact and interaction with university departments, vendors, off campus agencies, faculty, staff, and student employees. Performs research and prepares analytical reports, together with recommendations, on assigned subjects. Position requires confidentiality, attention to detail and accuracy, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within department and across the university community. Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment. Position may include occasional travel to conferences and/or job fairs.

Full Time Part Time:

Full Time

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48399

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report