What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workforce Management Specialist/UKHC position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Workforce Management Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE52418
Working Title
Workforce Management Specialist
Department Name
H4017: UKHC Controller
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
08
Salary Range
$19.00-30.09/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8am – 5pm. Fully Remote
Job Summary
The Workforce Management Specialist will perform all processing duties as they relate to Payroll, such as adjustment of monthly/biweekly accruals, maintaining payroll files, time entry adjustments, reporting, and workers’ compensation claims. They will be responsible for all functionality related to time entry and accuracy for running payroll. This position will perform Workforce Management transactions such as updating employee status changes, updating new employees, deductions and terminations. Must be able to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. Must be able to identify and analyze payroll/HR issues and work with appropriate departments and business contacts to solve as necessary. This position collaborates with various professionals across UKHC and the University to ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local regulations, as well as UKHC and UK policies and procedures.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Experienced with payroll and/or HR systems. Detail oriented with focus on accuracy and compliance. Skilled in computer applications, such as Microsoft Office. Works collaboratively and communicates with tact and discretion, maintaining confidentiality.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preferred knowledge of payroll and employment regulations.
Deadline To Apply
12/04/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Workforce Management Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE52418
Working Title
Workforce Management Specialist
Department Name
H4017: UKHC Controller
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
08
Salary Range
$19.00-30.09/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8am – 5pm. Fully Remote
Job Summary
The Workforce Management Specialist will perform all processing duties as they relate to Payroll, such as adjustment of monthly/biweekly accruals, maintaining payroll files, time entry adjustments, reporting, and workers’ compensation claims. They will be responsible for all functionality related to time entry and accuracy for running payroll. This position will perform Workforce Management transactions such as updating employee status changes, updating new employees, deductions and terminations. Must be able to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. Must be able to identify and analyze payroll/HR issues and work with appropriate departments and business contacts to solve as necessary. This position collaborates with various professionals across UKHC and the University to ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local regulations, as well as UKHC and UK policies and procedures.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Experienced with payroll and/or HR systems. Detail oriented with focus on accuracy and compliance. Skilled in computer applications, such as Microsoft Office. Works collaboratively and communicates with tact and discretion, maintaining confidentiality.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preferred knowledge of payroll and employment regulations.
Deadline To Apply
12/04/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Salary : $19 - $30