HR Specialist

Job Type/Hours per Week

Full-Time/40 hours

Salary

$3,009.83 monthly

Hiring Department

Human Resources

Required Application Materials

A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions:   

When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.

·         Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary

The HR Specialist is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the Workforce Management area which includes functional and technical support in the utilization and improvement of the PeopleSoft system.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

• Responsible for the end-to-end management of transactions by initiating, tracking, and closing actions in the PeopleSoft Human Capital Management (HCM) system. Transactions include, but are not limited to, appointments, position creation/modification, terminations, and salary changes as required by location. Responsible for coordinating new employee activities, including onboarding, I-9, etc, when needed.
• Performs research and analysis to detect HCM discrepancies and correct as needed. Conducts regular audits to ensure information is correct and work with Payroll and other constituents to correct errors in the system. Work with Payroll with transactions needed during the semi-and monthly payroll processing as required by location. Run, review, and audit reports to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.
• Provide support for system upgrades, enhancements, testing, validation, and overall performance; analyze software releases to assess impact of new features. Assist in the design, configuration, development, testing, implementation, and upgrading applications. Maintain effective communication and working relationships with stakeholders to support successful project design, implementation and adoption of new processes and initiatives.
• Identify and implement processes for ensuring and confirming data integrity and accuracy of system entries. Focus on data integrity, data analysis, system administration, process improvements, reporting and ensuring integration of all HR databases.
• Compile and analyze data from HR activities and make recommendations for changes. Participate in HR process improvement initiatives and special projects, as needed.
• Serves as the primary liaison to communicate changes to HR policies and programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 
• Experience in human resources.
• Education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and non-verbal.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with the public and the University community.
• Must be able to plan, organize, and prioritize work and perform tasks accurately.
• High attention to detail.

About The University of Texas at Tyler

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges. 

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.