What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist, University Libraries position at Virginia Tech?
Work type: Staff
Senior management: Dean of Libraries
Department: Library
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Administrative / Clerical, Human Resources, Library, Other
Job Description
- Providing support for searches and hiring to include the processing of travel for candidates
- Managing Human Resource Support such as supporting performance evaluation process, PageUp support for position changes, transaction changes for Payroll, leave reports, and on-boarding.
- Managing visa and immigration cases in consultation with the International Support Services (ISS) Office
- Backup support for student/wage payroll for the University Libraries
- Managing and maintaining confidential records and information
- Performing administrative duties as needed
The ideal candidate is committed of participating in a collaborative office environment and possesses the ability to manage day-to-day personnel actions with little supervision. Communicate clearly, effectively and empathetically. Work with others to accomplish common goals.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working with human resources transactions in a timely manner and/or working with student/wage transactions
- Experience interpreting human resources and/or payroll policies and procedures within a university or business
- Exceptional communication skills
- Highly organized and detailed with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work independently with little supervision and work collaboratively as a team member
- Experience using a computer to include programs and software such as Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Experience with on-line application systems and on-line payroll systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a university setting
- Experience working in an academic library
- Knowledge of university Human Resources and Payroll policies
- Experience with computer application systems such as PageUp, Banner, TimeClock Plus and Chrome River
Pay Band
3
Appointment Type
Regular appointment, University staff, full-time position
Salary Information
$44,000 - $46,000 based on education and qualifications
Review Date
December 1, 2022
Additional Information
- Work schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm or as arranged
- The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check
The University Libraries at Virginia Tech is committed to building a culturally diverse community and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. We are committed to mentoring and establishing safe spaces, both physical and virtual, where employees from current and historically minoritized groups can thrive.
The members of the University Libraries at Virginia Tech strive individually and collectively to create, sustain, and share inclusive ways of knowing in conscientious community with each other and all the people we serve in every space we shape. In keeping with our Aspirational Identity and the Virginia Tech Principles of Community, the University Libraries commits to build and maintain enduring climates of mutual care, respect, and responsibility.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Cathy Pillow at cathyp@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Advertised: November 11, 2022
Applications close:
Salary : $44,000 - $46,000
