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The HR/Payroll Coordinator serves in a customer-facing role and is responsible for ensuring payroll related personnel actions are completed in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. The HR/Payroll Coordinator primarily executes moderately complex payroll transactions and provides departmental human resource-related support in a subsidiary capacity. The HR/Payroll Coordinator will work closely with employees within the departments served, as well as functional office staff, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions. This position functions under general supervision and is expected utilize technology to provide professional services. Hybrid work opportunities may be available after six months of hire.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

High school diploma plus three years of related payroll and/or human resources work experience; equivalent education/experience considered. A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines. Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines. Knowledge of payroll and/or human resources terminology and practices.

Experience serving multiple units as part of a service team. Experience with SAP or large integrated finance or human resources system. Experience with an HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking or similar system . Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.