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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Human Resources Specialist. This role involves providing timely and accurate HR support while ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations. Responsibilities include developing and executing departmental talent management strategies, supporting talent acquisition, and managing performance. The specialist will provide transaction support, guidance, and review for complex payroll and HR-related tasks, leveraging technology to deliver professional services.

Highlights

Provide human resources-related support and develop departmental talent management strategies.
Support talent acquisition and manage performance.
Provide transactional support for complex payroll and HR-related transactions.
Requires experience with HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking or similar systems.
Minimum salary of $50,328 per year.
Bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience required.
PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
Experience with SAP or large integrated systems beneficial.

Human Resources Specialist Full Description

Human Resources Specialist

Working Title | Human Resources Specialist
Department | College of Engineering-0907
Requisition Number | S_250462
Posting Open Date | 06/10/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/23/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes

Description of Work
The Human Resources Specialist (Comparable to a HR Generalist in the HR profession) serves in a customer-facing, consultative 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 Specialist primarily provides departmental human resources-related support, including the development and execution of departmental talent management strategy, and support for talent acquisition and performance management. The Human Resources Specialist will also provide transactional support, guidance, and review for complex payroll and human resources-related transactions. The Human Resources Specialist 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 limited supervision and is expected to utilize technology to provide professional services.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

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
Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of related payroll and/or human resources work experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Experience with an HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking or similar system. 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
PHR or SHRM-CP Certification. Experience serving multiple units as part of a service team. Experience conducting training. Experience with SAP or large integrated finance or human resources system. Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices. Working knowledge of international hiring policies and procedures. Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others.

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. |
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $50,328/year minimum

How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Cathy Norquest
cathy.norquest@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
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: |
Appointment End Date |

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