Human Resources Coordinator - BPAC Business Center at University of Nebraska – Lincoln

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Human Resources Coordinator for the BPAC Business Center. The role involves coordinating diverse HR and payroll activities, supporting departments with employee appointments, payroll processing, onboarding, recruitment, leave administration, and improving HR processes to ensure compliance and accurate employment services.

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Coordinate employee appointments and employment actions to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with university policies.

Review and approve payroll and personnel transactions, resolve routine payroll issues, and escalate complex cases as needed.

Provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies, procedures, and business processes.

Maintain HR and payroll records to ensure accurate employee data.

Guide new hires through onboarding, paperwork, and payroll system instructions.

Support recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding by coordinating required documentation.

Assist with leave administration, benefits, and other employment-related programs in collaboration with central HR.

Contribute to process improvements, training initiatives, and standardization of HR and payroll practices.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma plus 3 years HR/payroll experience, or associate degree plus 1 year experience, or bachelor's degree; proficiency in Microsoft Office; strong communication and confidentiality skills.

Preferred experience with SAP or other large integrated payroll, HRIS, or financial systems.

Criminal background check required; sponsorship not offered.

Compensation starts at a minimum of $21.13 per hour.

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EEO Statement	The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See Notice of Nondiscrimination
Working Title	Human Resources Coordinator - BPAC Business Center
Department	BPAC Business Center-12176
Requisition Number	S_260787
Posting Open Date	09/30/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)	10/12/2026
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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. As an HR 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. Guiding new hires through the onboarding process, completing paperwork, providing instruction on payroll-related systems, and answering questions. Supporting departments with recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding by coordinating documentation and ensuring timely completion. Supporting leave administration, benefits activities, and other employment-related programs in partnership with central Human Resources. Contributing to process improvements, training initiatives, and the standardization of human resources and payroll practices. 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	The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Experience performing HR or payroll related tasks for an organization. Experience working with SAP or another large integrated payroll, HRIS, or financial system. 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.
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	$21.13/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 [email protected]
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
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