University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Human Resources Coordinator
🇺🇸
Lincoln, NE
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Full-Time
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$21
per Hour
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Human Resources
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May 22nd, 2026
FERPA
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Edtech.com's Summary
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Human Resources Coordinator. The role involves providing timely and accurate human resources support to the College of Arts and Sciences, ensuring compliance with institutional and legal regulations, and assisting with moderately complex payroll transactions. The coordinator will work closely with department employees and functional office staff, using technology to deliver professional human resources services.
Highlights
- Provide human resources support and assist with payroll transactions within the College of Arts and Sciences.
- Ensure compliance with University, State, and Federal regulations including HIPAA and FERPA.
- Maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships across departments.
- Utilize sophisticated technology to perform HR functions under general supervision.
- Required qualifications include a high school diploma and 3 years of related payroll and/or HR experience, effective communication skills, and knowledge of payroll/HR terminology.
- Preferred experience with SAP, HRIS, payroll processing, and knowledge of federal and state business laws.
- The position requires a criminal history background check but no CDL or driving record review.
- Compensation starts at $21.123 per hour minimum.
- Provides ample paid time off, comprehensive insurance options, retirement plans with university match, and scholarship programs for employees and dependents.
- Works within the BPAC Business Center supporting multiple functional areas including Human Resources, Finance, and Grant support.
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| Working Title | Human Resources Coordinator |
|---|---|
| Department | BPAC Business Center-12176 |
| Requisition Number | S_260391 |
| Posting Open Date | 05/21/2026 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/08/2026 |
| 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. The Human Resources Coordinator serves in a customer-facing role and is responsible for providing human resources support in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. The Human Resources Coordinator primarily provides departmental human resource-related support but may execute moderately complex payroll transactions in a subsidiary capacity. The Human Resources Coordinator will work closely with employees within the departments served, as well as functional office staff, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions. This position functions under general supervision and is expected utilize sophisticated technology to provide professional services. At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work 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 real impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life
Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
Generous retirement plans with a university match As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. |
| Minimum Required Qualifications | High school diploma plus 3 years of related payroll and/or human resources work experience; equivalent education/experience considered. A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA guidelines on the disclosure of information. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines. Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines. Knowledge of payroll and/or human resources terminology and practices. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Experience performing payroll and/or human resources tasks in a business setting. Experience serving multiple units as part of a service team. Experience with SAP or large integrated finance or human resources system. Experience with an HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking or similar system. Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices. |
| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No |
| Physical Required | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Posted Salary | $21.123/hr minimum |
| How to Apply | Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Dodie Eveleth develeth2@unl.edu |
| Job Category (old) | Office/Service |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | |
| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
| If Temporary, indicate end date | |
| Planned Hire Date: | |
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