Student Staffing & Development Specialist

University of Oklahoma • Norman, OK

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About The Position

The Student Staffing & Development Specialist joins OU Information Technology and supports the university’s student employees who provide technology support to the university community. The role manages scheduling, payroll, and day-to-day coordination for several dozen student employees working in multiple positions and locations. It focuses on the administrative and operational side of student employment; prior experience providing technical support is not required.

The specialist creates and updates shift schedules, responds to schedule-change requests, reviews and submits timesheets, and helps ensure payroll is accurate and timely. The role also coordinates new-hire system access, privileges, and required training; tracks completion of requirements; and supports smooth employee departures. The specialist contributes performance insights for evaluations and may assist with staff selection and evaluation data.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and some college.
• 18 months of experience in office supervision/management or student services.
• Strong organization and attention to detail when managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to find practical solutions.
• Genuine interest in supporting students.
• Comfort with technology and the ability to learn new software systems quickly.
• Flexibility and adaptability as schedules and priorities change.
• Communication skills to handle sensitive conversations with empathy and clarity.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with scheduling software.
• Experience with payroll systems.
• Experience working with students.
• Experience with student employment.
• Experience managing schedules, coordinating teams, or supporting HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage schedules for dozens of shift-based student employees across multiple roles and locations.
• Handle schedule modifications and review and respond to change requests, including time-sensitive adjustments.
• Review, correct, and submit student employee timesheets using available software systems.
• Verify timesheet accuracy and support timely payroll processing.
• Coordinate system access, privileges, and required training for new hires.
• Monitor onboarding progress and track completion of requirements.
• Help ensure smooth transitions for incoming and departing employees.
• Contribute performance insights to inform employee evaluations.
• May assist with staff selection and compile evaluation data.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED