What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist, Student Life position at University at Buffalo?
The Division of Student Life invites applications for the Human Resources Specialist position within Student Life Human Resources. In this role, you will provide operational support for human resource-related matters for the division’s 300 employees.
Responsibilities:
- Manage recruiting for Classified and Non-Classified positions
- Assist hiring manager with development of position descriptions
- Ensure that job descriptions follow Civil Service classifications and professional position requirements.
- Enter open positions in applicant tracking system (i.e., UB Jobs)
- Monitor background check processes
- Attend posting meetings
- Review best practices with search committees
- Facilitate the job offer process with candidates
- Monitor completion of onboarding checklists
- Responsible for tracking retirements, resignations, and probation status
- Coordinate, process and monitor staff reappointments, change of supervisor, and termination processes, including organizational chart updates
- Maintain overtime records and send required information to central HR
- Audit time and attendance records to ensure compliance
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university’s goals of inclusive excellence.
Learn more:
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2 years of experience
- Demonstrates working with HRIS systems (i.e. Kronos, People Soft, Workday, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve
- Demonstrated organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
- HR Experience working in a union environment
- Experience working with Civil Service Positions
- Human Resources certification (i.e., PHR, SHRM-CP)
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$55,151 - $62,000
Additional Salary Information
Job Type
Full-Time
Campus
All Campuses
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Is a background check required for this posting?
No
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Salary : $55,151 - $62,000