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Specialist IV - Human Resources Specialist

Employer
Sam Houston State University
Location
Huntsville, TX

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Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition 201900014S Title Specialist IV - Human Resources Specialist FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary<br /><br/><a href=http://www.shsu.edu/dept/human-resources/payplan/documents/Pay%20Grade%20Table%202017.pdf>SHSU Salary Table</a>

$3,128 to $4,568 per month

Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Human Resources Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, or related area. Two years of experience in one or more areas of Human Resources or in a related field. Experience in the area of staffing or recruitment would be helpful. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Performs responsible human resources specialist duties for assigned areas of Human Resources. Responsible for assigned personnel functions.

Primary Responsibilities

Accountable for the execution and follow through of complex and technical human resources responsibilities for the assigned functional areas of recruitment and staffing. Position also works with leaves administration and unemployment. May also assist with other areas of Human Resources to include: wage and salary administration; employee relations; insurance and retirement benefits; records; employee training and development. Maintains quality customer service for assigned functional area through accurate and timely processing of documents, emails, and phone calls. Provides Human Resource services to faculty and staff according to assigned area. Promptly and accurately responds to information requests. Prepares letters, reports, memos and correspondence when necessary. Provides assistance with policies and procedures as needed. Updates and maintains various databases and online systems. Provides guidance to faculty and staff within assigned area of responsibility. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Skilled in completing forms, sending email, composing letters, preparing training material and reports. Daily contact and interaction with university departments, vendors, off campus agencies, staff, faculty, and student employees. Performs research and prepares analytical reports, together with recommendations, on assigned subjects. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within department and across the university community. Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment.

Position includes occasional travel to conferences and job fairs.

Full Time Part Time Full Time Quicklink http://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/21082 EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Applicant Documents Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
    Screening Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    1. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
      • Yes
      • No
    2. * How did you learn about this position?
      • The Chronicle of Higher Education
      • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
      • HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
      • HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
      • The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
      • Association for Women in Science
      • TWC - Work in Texas
      • Inside Higher Ed
      • Higher Ed Jobs
      • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
      • SHSU Website
      • SHSU Employee
      • Other
    3. If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.

      (Open Ended Question)

    4. * Do you have previous experience with the Banner Unified Digital Campus system, and in particular, the Human Resources and Payroll module?
      • Yes
      • No
    5. * What online applicant tracking systems have you used?

      (Open Ended Question)

    Organization

    About Sam Houston State University

    For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.

    SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.

    Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.

    Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston. 

    SHSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215. SHSU is committed to promoting a campus culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. The University acknowledges and values our responsibility to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment where students, faculty, staff, and community recognize the benefits of collaboration and mutual respect through diverse identities and experiences.

    Member The Texas State University System  

    Company info
    Website
    Telephone
    936-294-1070
    Location
    1905 University Avenue
    Huntsville
    TX
    77340
    US

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