Human Resources Assistant

University of Utah
Salt Lake, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/13/2023 CLOSED ON 3/7/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Assistant position at University of Utah?

Are you a current U of U student who wants to learn about the field of Human Resources? The HR Department at the University of Utah is looking for a student to assist with a variety of Human Resources transactional and support tasks, and learn valuable HR and customer service skills. Some of our previous student employees in this role have gone on to get full-time jobs in the HR field after graduation.
This student will work a hybrid schedule in person and remotely to enter various transactions into a number of different systems, maintain human resources records, coordinate the initiation of background checks and I-9s, and other duties as assigned. Strong communication skills and the ability to capture and process information in a fast-paced environment are essential. Will be trained on HRIS systems and working with PeopleAdmin, PeopleSoft, and MS Outlook. As a student employee, you’ll have the ability to touch many different functions of Human Resources and gain valuable work experience in the field.

Responsibilities
Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Primary responsibilities:
  • Responsible for processing and completing necessary changes to human resources records
  • Replies to incoming e-mail requests
  • Consistently provides excellent customer service
  • Works with accuracy, detail, and maintains confidentiality with high level of integrity
  • Data entry and completes various types of correspondence
Assists in special projects throughout the Human Resources department as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
Two years of general office experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); familiarity with general office equipment; and demonstrated organizational, computer, human relation, and effective communication skills required.
This job posting is available to all University of Utah students and students who have been awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. For Federal Work-Study, please login to CIS and go to the Finance/Financial Aid section to view your Financial Aid Status. If you have not received a Federal Work-Study Award, then do not complete and submit this application. Before hire, this employer will confirm that you have received a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year.
Previous experience in a Human Resources office is preferred.
This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.

Preferences
Background in customer service, data entry, and/or familiarity with Excel preferred.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.


The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * How many years of office work experience do you have?
    • Less than 2 years
    • 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
    • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
    • 8 years or more
  • * Have you been awarded and have you accepted a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year? If no, do not submit this application.
    • No
    • Yes
  • * Have you read and do you agree to follow the work-study information and policy as stated in the Student Work-Study Handbook found on the Financial Aid and Scholarships website? (https://financialaid.utah.edu/types-of-aid/work-study/students/) If no, do not submit this application.
    • No
    • Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  • Resume
Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Open Date

Requisition Number
PRN14407N

Job Title
Human Resources Assistant

Working Title
Human Resources Assistant

Job Grade
C

FLSA Code
Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No

Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?
Yes

Standard Hours per Week
19

Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time

Shift
Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job?
No

VP Area
President

Department
00410 - Human Resources

Location
Campus

City
Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment
External Posting

Pay Rate Range
$14

Close Date

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