Human Resources Specialist

This position will work closely with the Manager of Personnel and Administration on human resources related needs and requests for the School of Computing and Information. The HR Specialist will be the primary contact and liaison for the student hiring process and will work with the requestors to validate funding, successfully post, and hire hourly student employees. This individual will also be the primary contact and liaison for temporary employment requests, validation of funding, posting positions, screening candidates, assisting with successful hiring, and onboarding of the temporary employees. Will track the status and verify the completion of required onboarding for both hourly student workers and temporary employees. Individual will assist the Manager of Personnel and Administration with phone screens for new and replacement staff positions as needed.

The HR Specialist will create, update and maintain files, records, and databases to enable accurate reporting and analysis of activities. Provide interpretation and application of Pitt HR policies and practices.

Individual will be part of the SCI-facilities team and is responsible for monitoring and reporting day-to-day facilities repairs, maintenance, and issues for our school buildings. Position will also assist in various school related administrative functions including answering inquiries, scheduling meetings, and assisting with school-wide events and initiatives. Works independently and has minimal supervision while receiving general direction from the Manager of Personnel and Administration.

Job Summary

Supports human resources by assisting in the hiring process; processes payroll related transactions; updates and maintains files, records, and databases; and assists in various administrative functions.

Essential Functions

Excellent typing and analytical skills, high aptitude, excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills. Must be able to work on multiple projects with varying deadlines and ability to work through frequent interruptions.

Physical Effort

Long periods working at a desk while reading and creating documents on a computer. Significant mental concentration analyzing problems, calculating salary data, finding and interpreting policies, procedures, and reports. It is sometimes necessary to assist with arrange rooms for special events, e.g. Board of Visitors, New Student Orientations, Colloquiums, Graduations, etc. Carrying boxes of materials, easels, supplies, etc. to meetings.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Human Resources Coordinator
Job Family: Human Resources
Job Sub Family: Employee & Labor Relations
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm

Work Arrangement: Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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