HR Specialist I

Kansas State University's College of Agriculture seeks a detail-oriented HR Specialist to oversee human resource activities relating to recruitment, hiring, separations, student personnel actions, time & leave for assigned department(s).

  • 520551
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Ag/KSRE Business Services
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Closing on: Oct 13 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The HR Specialist I will oversee human resource activities relating to recruitment, hiring, separations, student personnel actions, time & leave, etc. for assigned department(s) within the College of Agriculture/K-State Research Extension's Business Services unit. Provide smooth workflow, uninterrupted services, and process improvements for HR areas. Below are some of the duties required, additional HR duties may be assigned as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities: 

  • Develop and maintain up to date knowledge of the University regulations for recruitments, compensation and HR actions. Conduct recruitments for vacant positions.
  • Complete and process appointment paperwork and personnel transactions.
  • Manage orientation of these new employees at time of hire. (New hire tasks, onboarding, goal-setting, and 30/60/90-day reviews)
  • Provide guidance and assistance to supervisors and employees on K-State guidelines for employment and benefits.
  • Conduct off-boarding of separating employees.
  • Maintain data in personnel database system and HR archive files.
  • Develop and maintain a detailed handbook of policy and procedures for assigned unit(s).
  • Complete annual key inventories, the annual space inventories, and track department space availability.
  • Complete offer letters, international assistantship forms, background checks, and visa work permits.
  • Complete tuition reimbursements (or Tuition in Lieu of Salary) and tuition waivers.
  • Process payroll activities for departmental employees including time and leave entry/corrections and management of FMLA, parental leave, and other leave program paperwork as necessary.
  • Maintain leave accrual records and train department employees in the use of Self Service in PeopleSoft.
  • Setup and maintain payroll funding for employees. Complete payroll transfer paperwork to correct funding errors.

About Us

We're proud to be recognized as one of the nation's top ag schools. It's an outgrowth of our dedication to advancing the science of agriculture and the art of teaching. Our faculty truly care about students, colleagues and the world we serve. Every day, we put our hands and minds together to work on better ways to achieve sustainability, feed billions, build agribusinesses and improve lives with thoughtful, well-researched use of plants, animals, numbers and words. Visit our website to learn more, https://www.ag.k-state.edu/

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with recruitments, hiring, or separations.
  • Experience with K-State or higher ed HR processes and paperwork.
  • Computer proficiency/ability to learn new systems. This position uses the Microsoft office suite, and HR systems such as Page-Up, ADP, and PeopleSoft HRIS.
  • Ability to learn quickly, determine priorities, meet deadlines, take initiative, work independently and perform highly detailed tasks.
  • Experience responding to clients in a friendly and effective manner.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate with team members
  • Higher Education degree in human resource management or business field

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Contact information for three professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: October 13, 2025

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$35,000-$43,000 ($16.83-$20.67 hourly)

 

 

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

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