Human Resources Specialist-Lead (Open to University Staff Only)

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Human Resources Specialist-Lead. This role delivers specialized human resources services for the College of Arts and Sciences within the Oldfather Business Cooperative, providing consultative HR support, talent management, complex transaction guidance, visa assistance, and supervision of an HR team while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Highlights

Provide timely, compliant human resources support and develop talent management strategies.
Serve in a customer-facing consultative role supporting talent acquisition and performance management.
Manage payroll and complex HR-related transactions review and guidance.
Supervise six HR team members and facilitate their professional development.
Offer visa support and guidance to international students, staff, and faculty.
Act as liaison to university leaders and offices such as Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and International Students and Scholars Office.
Utilize HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking, and other technology systems effectively.
Requires a Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of related HR/payroll experience; experience with HRIS systems is essential.
Preferred qualifications include experience with SAP, federal and state law knowledge, coaching abilities, and relevant HR certifications (PHR or SHRM-CP).
The position offers a minimum salary of $54,354 per year and includes comprehensive benefits and paid time off.

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Working Title	Human Resources Specialist-Lead (Open to University Staff Only)
Department	Oldfather Business Cooperative-10225
Requisition Number	S_260198
Posting Open Date	03/20/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)	04/06/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Description of Work	The UNL Business Centers are a cohesive team that provide professional service, efficient resource management, and effective solution development with integrity, accountability and focus on our customers. This position works within the Oldfather Business Cooperative (OBC) to provide specialized human resources services to units within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Human Resources Specialist – Lead is comparable to an HR Generalist in the HR profession. As the HR Specialist-Lead, you will: Serve in a customer-facing, consultative role and be 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. Provide departmental human resources-related support, including the development and execution of departmental talent management strategy, and support for talent acquisition and performance management. Provide transactional support, guidance, and review for complex payroll and human resources-related transactions. Supervise human resources employees and work with direct reports to identify and facilitate ongoing professional development opportunities. Provide direct support to the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office and oversight of six HR team members supporting other OBC units. Provide visa support and guidance to international students, staff, and faculty. Serve as liaison to the Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, UNL Human Resources, the International Students and Scholars Office, and the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance. 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. Function under limited supervision and utilize technology to provide professional services. About Us At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its 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 working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus As an EO 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 plus 4 years of related payroll and/or human resources work experience. Additional completed relevant education or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis. 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	The following qualifications are preferred but not required: 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. PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
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	$54,354/yr 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 resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact	Sara Guerrero, sara.mattson@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
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* Please detail your payroll and/or human resources work experience, including years of experience.
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* Please detail your experience with SAP or large integrated finance or human resources systems.
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* Please describe your experience with the new employee on-boarding process.
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* Do you have any experience with the following:

1. experience with H and/or J visas and/or 2. experience with the employment-based permanent residency process.

If so, please describe to include your years of experience.
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* Please describe your team supervision experience.
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