Academic Program Specialist, Human Resources

Fort Hays State University•Hays, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resource Office provides customer service and support to all Fort Hays State University employees, and we are seeking a dynamic and organized Academic Program Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent presentation and public speaking skills, along with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. In addition, the ideal candidate should be capable of working collaboratively within a team and demonstrate the ability to multitask and effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
two to three years of experience in an office or administrative setting
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Capable of working collaboratively within a team
Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities
Ability to work well in a diverse environment
Excellent organizational and human relations/ customer service skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated issue management/problem solving skills
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within teams
Strong accuracy skills and personal accountability
Strong written and oral communication, presentation and facilitation skills are essential
Provide input and feedback that enhances the delivery of existing programs
Aptitude or critical thinking, problem solving and decision making

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field or four years of experience in lieu of degree
Workday experience
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
Experience in a college or university setting
Previous experience in Human Resources or related areas

Responsibilities

Work in partnership with the Provost Office to initiate academic promotions in Workday.
Work in partnership with the President's office to prepare specialized employee agreements.
Oversee and lead onboarding process for all new full-time employees.
Assist all employees with general questions.
Prepare appointment forms for new and returning employees and employees with job or compensation changes.
Oversee and assign Academic Appointments, track type, and rank to employees.
Responsible for the management and data entry of all employee transcripts.
Maintain records and filing systems and utilize word processing, database, and spreadsheet skills.
Gather all necessary date for Berkshire to prepare the AAP report and serve as the primary contact for any questions regarding the Affirmative Action Plan.
Oversee Affordable Health Care Act Eligibility report.
Oversee Conflict of Interest and English Competency Forms.
Additional duties, as assigned.