Human Resource Specialist

at  Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Human Resource Specialist. The primary function of Human Resource Specialist (HR Specialist) is developing, administering, and overseeing human resource programs for PSU employees that support the mission of the University – Making Lives Better Through Education. This position is designed to be a junior level with the potential for growth. The HR Specialist will work with an assigned group of departments (typically one-fourth of the University departments after 18-24 months under an Assistant Director) and provide a wide range of services and support to employees for HR programs. Programs include, but are not limited to, new employee orientation and onboarding, benefits, compensation, training, recruiting, employment, performance management, disciplinary action, position classifications and retirement. The HR Specialist must have a thorough understanding of federal and state laws and regulations, Kansas Board of Regents policies and procedures, University policies and procedures, and Memoranda of Agreements. The HR Specialist is also responsible for functional support for the on-going maintenance, including improvements and enhancements of GUS HR. The position also determines, designs and implements business processes as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Education and Experience at Hire -

• Bachelor’s degree
• One year of experience in human resources
• Significant experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Office 365 products

Preferred Education and Experience -

• One year experience in a higher education institution
• One year experience with a modern cloud-based HR system (e.g. Oracle Cloud, Workday, etc.)

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.
Job Type: Unclassified
Appointment Duration: 12 months
Work Schedule: Full Time – Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED – 5%

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, Director of HR, VP, Division Head or President, including the formulation of University policies and procedures and interpretation of same based on the strategic plan.