Job details

Human Resources Assistant

Are you a current U of U student who wants to learn about the field of Human Resources? The HR Department at the University of Utah is looking for a student to assist in a variety of Human Resources transactional and support tasks, and learn valuable HR and customer service skills. This student will work a hybrid schedule in person and remotely to enter various transactions into a number of different systems; maintain human resources records, coordinate initiation of background checks and I-9s, assist with job postings and other duties as assigned.

Strong communication skills and the ability to capture and process information in a fast-paced environment is essential. Will be trained on HR systems and working with PeopleAdmin, PeopleSoft, and MS Outlook. As a student employee, you’ll have the ability to touch many different functions of Human Resources and gain valuable work experience in the field.

Responsibilities

Responsible for processing and completing necessary changes to human resources records;
Schedules I-9 appointments
Assist with job postings
Replies to incoming e-mail requests;
Consistently provides excellent customer service;
Works with accuracy, and detail, and maintains confidentiality with a high level of integrity.
May perform word processing and completes various types of correspondence;
Assists in special projects throughout the Human Resources department as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of general office experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); familiarity with general office equipment; and demonstrated organizational, computer, human relation and effective communication skills required. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Background in customer service, data entry, and/or familiarity with Excel preferred.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How many years of office work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Open Date

Requisition Number

PRN13760N

Job Title

Human Resources Assistant

Working Title

Human Resources Assistant

Job Grade

FLSA Code

Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Type

Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?

Standard Hours per Week

Full Time or Part Time?

Part Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job?

VP Area

President

Department

00410 - Human Resources

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$14

Close Date

By University of Utah

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FUNDING

Nonprofit

INDUSTRY

Colleges & Universities

TEAM SIZE

10000+

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Salt Lake City, UT

DATE POSTED

June 3, 2023