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Human Resources Specialist

Posted: 03/14/2025

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Job Description Summary
Under the direction of the Director(s) of Employment for Staff and Faculty, this position serves as the initial intake and review point for HR actions related to hiring, compensation, and other changes for personnel records. The Human Resources Specialist will support a broad range of routine and cyclical HR activities while collaboratively with Senior HR Generalists, Senior Personnel Technicians, and departmental/divisional liaisons regarding HR matters.

Essential Duties:

  • Process human resources actions in the ERP (Workday) and assist departments with various HR processes (e.g., position postings, employment offers).
  • Ensure accurate processing of new faculty and staff hires, including orientation and onboarding.
  • Assist in interpreting collective bargaining agreements, university work rules and policies, and statutory requirements related to HR actions.
  • Review and analyze data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Perform audits to verify the accuracy of HR records and payroll results.
  • Collaborate with other HR staff to identify and recommend solutions and resources to departmental and divisional liaisons.
  • Lead training and informational sessions on HR topics as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

 

Minimim Qualifications:

  • Associate’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Psychology, or a related field with a minimum of 1 year experience; OR SHRM-CP, PHR or other HR related certifications with a minimum of 2 years experience; OR minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR related certifications

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to communicate complex regulations in a clear and concise manner.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

 

 

Required Application Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

 

 

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

 

 

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

 

This organization participates in E-Verify.

 

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.


Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.


Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.


Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.


Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.

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