Human Resources Specialist - College of Engineering Job Lincoln area,Nebraska USA,HR/Recruitment

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website Human Resources Specialist
- College of Engineering Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See Notice of Nondiscrimination

Working Title

Working Title Human Resources Specialist
- College of Engineering

Department

Department College of Engineering-0907

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260815

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/06/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/19/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The business team within the College of Engineering provides specialized services to advance the teaching, research, and extension missions of the College.
As a HR Specialist
, you will serve as a trusted resource to departments, providing expert guidance and support across a broad range of human resources and payroll functions.

Responsibilities Include:

Advising faculty, staff, and students on HR and payroll policies, procedures, and best practices.
Managing employee appointments and complex personnel actions including compensation, funding, organizational changes, leaves, work authorization, and separations.
Overseeing payroll administration, including the review of complex payroll transactions and resolution of payroll and time reporting issues.
Working with supervisors to develop position descriptions and apply a working knowledge of classification, compensation, and FLSA to make informed recommendations, consulting with central Human Resources for final decisions.
Managing recruitment and search processes for open positions, partnering with hiring managers and search committees to ensure efficient and equitable hiring practices.
Managing employee onboarding and offboarding by coordinating activities to ensure a positive employee experience and compliance with university requirements.
Preparing reports and analyzing workforce and payroll data.
Supporting process improvement, training, records management, and standardized HR and payroll practices.

Following an initial onsite training period of up to six months, this position may become eligible for a hybrid work schedule with up to one remote day per week. All hybrid arrangements are subject to supervisor approval and are determined based on operational needs.

Note:

Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace
. We are known for our 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
Bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of related experience in human resources or payroll administration. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Experience with an HRIS , payroll processing,…