Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Cape Girardeau, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400127
Division: Finance and Administration
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 05/23/2024
Position Summary
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
Human Resources
Full Time
Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides guidance and coaching to assigned areas on issues related to all areas of human resources management including: talent acquisition, employee relations, talent, performance management, total rewards, general payroll questions and interpretation of human resources policies and procedures
• Coordinates employment processes for assigned areas, including composition and placement of job advertisements, recruiting functions, applicant tracking via NEOGOV, pre-screening of application materials, and generation of salary analyses
• Coordinates a structured new hire onboarding process for newly hired faculty and staff in assigned areas
• Oversees annual benefits open enrollment processes for assigned areas, including presentations regarding plan changes and enrollment schedules, assuring annual enrollments are processed timely, and provide customer service support
• Coordinates the services of temporary workers by responding to departmental requests for temporary staffing, screening, placing temporary staff, contacting staffing agencies for temporary services when needed, and preparing payment requests for payment of temporary service
• Complete special projects by clarifying project objective; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information; fulfilling transactions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of human resources functions
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and handle situations with sensitivity, tact and in a confidential manner
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by June 7, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
To Apply: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:

• Letter of interest addressing position qualifications
• Current resume
• Names and contact information of three professional references will be requested at a later date

Additional Information

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

SEMO Fact Book: Institutional Research Factbook | SEMO
SEMO Strategic Action Plan: Strategic Action Plan (semo.edu)
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