University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Human Resources Specialist. The role involves providing transactional support for complex payroll and human resource tasks, including onboarding and offboarding staff. This position works closely with the University Police and other departments, delivering high-quality customer service and professional guidance, while managing business continuity projects and administrative support for the Chief of Police.
Highlights
Main responsibilities include complex payroll processing, HR transactions, and providing administrative support.
Requires experience with HRIS, payroll processing, or applicant tracking systems.
Base salary is $50,328 per year.
Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field with 4 years of relevant experience required.
Preferred experience with SAP and project management.
Human Resources certifications like PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP are desirable.
“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.”
Position Information
Position Information
Working Title | Human Resources Specialist Department | University Police-0823 Requisition Number | S_250261 Posting Open Date | 04/07/2025 Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 04/22/2025 Posting Close Date | Open Until Filled | Yes Description of Work | Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.
This position serves in a customer-facing, consultative role and is responsible for providing human resources support in a timely and accurate manner in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. The Human Resources Specialist will provide transactional support, guidance and review for complex payroll and human resource related transactions, including onboarding and off boarding staff. The Human Resources Specialist will work closely with employees and supervisors within the Police department, as well as the B&F Business Center team, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions. The Human Resource Specialist will also provide administrative support to the Chief of Police and manage business continuity projects. This position functions under limited supervision and is expected to use 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 in human resources or related field plus 4 years of human resources experience; equivalent education/experience considered Experience with HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking or similar system A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems Knowledge of payroll and/or human resources terminology and practice Preferred Qualifications | Experience with SAP or large finance or Human Resources system PHR, or SHRM – CP certification Experience and/or background in law enforcement/public safety practices and procedures Project management experience Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to law enforcement practices Human Resources certification (i.e. PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP)
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 | $50,328/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 | Gina Kroger gina.kroger@unl.edu 402-472-1948 Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional Job Type | Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Football Saturdays 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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